Effective Advocacy in Scottish Civil Proceedings

Introduction

Effective court advocacy remains a core professional skill for Scottish practitioners, requiring not only a sound grasp of substantive law and procedure but also the ability to present cases persuasively and efficiently.

This virtual classroom seminar focuses on practical advocacy in the Scottish courts, with particular emphasis on written and oral advocacy in civil proceedings.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive course will cover the following:

• Case analysis
• Advocacy skills checklist
• Examination in chief
• Cross-examination
• Re-examination
• Effective use of authorities and managing judicial intervention
• Expert witnesses
• Case preparation
• Evidence and objections
• Professional conduct and ethical considerations in advocacy
• Structuring written submissions and pleadings for clarity and persuasion

Recording of live sessions: Soon after the Learn Live session has taken place you will be able to go back and access the recording - should you wish to revisit the material discussed.