Mastering the Art of Cross-Examination
Cross-examination is a difficult skill to master, however, this can be achieved with appropriate preparation, structure and an understanding of potential pitfalls.
Cross-examination is said to be one of the most difficult of all lawyering skills to master. However, even the most celebrated counsel started somewhere before they eventually mastered this skill.
This course provides a practical overview for practitioners on cross-examination of witnesses, from preparation through to the potential pitfalls to avoid in the courtroom. The course covers the following topics:
- how to prepare and structure cross-examination;
- tips on conducting an effective cross-examination;
- special circumstances that require additional vigilance, such as cross-examination of experts, children and other vulnerable or special witnesses; and
- how to deal with objections to questions in cross-examination.
Last Reviewed: January 2022
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Well-explained practical advice.The course provided well explained practical advice that will assist legal practitioners in court. I believe that the tips provided will assist me in improving my advocacy in the courtroom.
- Anna Petrakis, Solicitor, Greenfield LawyersAnna Petrakis, Solicitor, Greenfield LawyersMastering the Art of Cross-Examination Cross-examination is a difficult skill to master, however, this can be achieved with appropriate preparation, structure and an understanding of potential pitfalls.LawCPD -
Well structured.Well structured and referenced topic.WA SolicitorMastering the Art of Cross-Examination Cross-examination is a difficult skill to master, however, this can be achieved with appropriate preparation, structure and an understanding of potential pitfalls.LawCPD
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Excellent course.Excellent course.AnonymousMastering the Art of Cross-Examination Cross-examination is a difficult skill to master, however, this can be achieved with appropriate preparation, structure and an understanding of potential pitfalls.LawCPD
