Lecture & Domus Dinner – Judges and advocacy

Lecture followed by questions and Domus dinner (mixed seating plan with members of the Bench and Bar).

Speaker: His Honour Stephen Warner, District Judge Amanda Kelly and Deputy District Judge Claire Palmer

Themes: Advocacy Skills

Timings:

5.45pm: Registration

6.00pm: Lecture

7:00pm: Reception

7.15pm: Domus Dinner

9.00-9.15pm: Event Ends

Dress: Dark lounge suits. Gowns provided. For more information about this dress code please visit the Student Members area.

Materials and Preparation: No preparation required

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of this Qualifying Session students will be able to:

·         Explain the basic requirements of good advocacy.

·         Describe the key aspects of good advocacy techniques.

·         Identify key principles of good advocacy and communications skills.

·         Identify the top tips for each of these, and also some common pitfalls.

Professional Statement Reference: (Access the full Professional Statement for Barristers here)

1.1 : Uphold the reputation of the Bar and observe their duty to the court in the administration of justice.

1.9 : Exercise good communication skills, through any appropriate medium and with any audience as required in their work.

1.15 : Have persuasive oral advocacy skills.

Bookings: Please book via the Online Booking System.

Cancellation Policy: Students should consider all bookings a professional commitment and should only book onto an event if they fully plan on attending. Once booked on, students will be unable to cancel and receive a refund other than in exceptional circumstances.

This event is a Qualifying Session.