“Leverage Your Professional Expertise” | Online | 9:00am – 6.00pm AEST

• Tuesday, 16 June 2026:  9:00am – 6.00pm AEST - Day 1 will entail taught modules and the distribution of assignments to candidates
• Tuesday, 7 July 2026: Candidates are to submit their expert report assignments before 5:00pm AEST, with a two-week period allocated for review before the cross-examination.
• Tuesday, 21 July 2026: 9:00am – 6.00pm AEST - Day 2 will include taught modules in the morning, followed by cross-examination in the afternoon
• Tuesday, 18 August 2026: 4:00pm - 5:00pm AEST - A feedback session lasting 1 hour 

Join our comprehensive Expert Witness Course and leverage your professional expertise to its fullest potential. Designed for professionals seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge as expert witnesses, this course offers a structured curriculum that covers all aspects of the expert witness role, from understanding the legal framework to honing courtroom skills. Whether you are an experienced expert witness or looking to enter this field, our course will equip you with the necessary tools to excel. 

Upon completion of the course, you will receive 20% off your membership for your first year which will gain you exclusive access to a range of our membership benefits. For more information about membership benefits, click here.

Course Structure: 

• Module 1: The Role of the Expert 
• Module 2: Law and Practice 
• Module 3: The Expert’s Report 
• Module 4: Court Skills and Giving Evidence 
• Module 5: The Cross-Examination 
• Expert Report Assessment 
• Review of Assessment 

From the fundamentals of the expert witness role to advanced techniques in report writing and cross-examination, each module is crafted to provide you with practical knowledge and hands-on experience. Our expert instructors will guide you through interactive sessions, case studies, and simulated exercises, ensuring you gain a deep understanding of the subject matter. 

Course Objectives: 

• Advance your knowledge and understanding of the practice of Expert Witness. 
• Provide a practical understanding of the process and legal requirements for conducting yourself as an Expert Witness. 
• Assess your expertise through written reports and cross-examination simulations. 
• Successful completion of the Expert Witness Training Course is the first step on the journey towards achieving accreditation on the Resolution Institute’s Register of Practicing Expert Witnesses, an esteemed recognition of your professional standing. 

Course Outline and Timetable: 

The course will be conducted over three days, combining in-person and online sessions to provide a comprehensive learning experience. Here’s a snapshot of the course structure (subject to change):   

• COURSE AND CANDIDATE INTRODUCTION 
• MODULE 1 – ROLE OF THE EXPERT 
• MODULE 2 – LAW AND PRACTICE 
• MODULE 3 – THE EXPERTS REPORT
• ISSUE ASSIGNMENT AND QUESTIONS FOR THE DAY 

•  CANDIDATES TO SUBMIT THEIR EXPERT REPORT ASSIGNMENTS ( Two-week period allocated for review before the cross examination) 

• MODULE 4 – COURT SKILLS AND GIVING EVIDENCE 
• MODULE 5 – THE CROSS EXAMINATION (virtual sessions)
• QUESTIONS FOR THE DAY

•  ONLINE FEEDBACK SESSION - 1 hour

Candidates will receive the course material on the day of the event and not beforehand.

Course Speakers:

THE HON. Robert McDougall KC    Bill Taylor   Bryan Ahern Graeme Robinson Ian McIntyre    Neil Kirkpatrick   Phillip Argy Robert Riddell   Shady Mikhail

Accreditation - Resolution Institute Panel of Accredited Expert Witnesses: 

Successfully completing the Expert Witness Training Course serves as the critical first step in your pursuit of accreditation and an esteemed position within the Resolution Institute Panel of Accredited Expert Witnesses. This prestigious accreditation is an endorsement of your outstanding expertise, abilities, and commitment to the highest ethical standards as an expert witness. 

Following successful completion of the Expert Witness Training Course, candidates are then required to undergo an assessment process to be considered for inclusion in the Resolution Institute Panel of Accredited Expert Witnesses. This evaluation includes an examination of written reports, an interview, and a review of professional expertise.  

Successful completion of the Expert Witness Training Course is the first step on the journey towards achieving accreditation. 

Join the Expert Witness Course Today

Don’t miss this opportunity to leverage your professional expertise as an expert witness. Register now to secure your spot in the upcoming Expert Witness Course.  

Invest in your professional growth and unlock new opportunities as a respected expert witness. Join us for the Expert Witness Training Course and make a significant impact in your professional field of excellence.

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