“The training has provided a lot of very useful first-hand knowledge from an experience lawyer. It worked very well to understand the importance of a good witness statement, you see the types of questions you may be asked within the practical role play. You consider the strengths and weaknesses with a view to questions you may be asked in cross-examination.”

“Excellent. Very knowledgeable, clear, thorough and engaging tutor. I feel more prepared mentally for being a witness in court and for supporting witnesses too. I wrote notes continuously during the whole course as it was all so useful. The whole course was an eye opener about how the game is played.”

“I found this session very helpful and as I have some cases coming up where it looks like a guilty plea will not be forthcoming this was a very timely piece of training to come up. The training was well organised & paced with plenty of time allocated to the roleplay work, which was some of the least awkward & most realistic work of this kind that I have done; Dealing with routine challenges/tactics; ensuring that statements do not have ‘gaps’ that create weaknesses when being cross-examined; how to use the judge to your best advantage; and making sure that the practicalities of attending Court are not overlooked.”

“The course greatly enhanced my understanding of the court process and my role as a witness. It clarified courtroom procedures, what to expect during cross-examination, and how to present evidence confidently and professionally. The most useful parts of the course were learning how to structure and deliver clear, factual evidence, techniques for staying calm and focused under cross-examination, understanding the expectations of the court, and practising responses through mock sessions. The guidance on preparation and courtroom conduct was especially valuable. Overall, the course was practical, informative, and very relevant to anyone who may be called to give evidence in court. It helped demystify the courtroom environment and provided useful strategies to feel more prepared and confident when appearing as a witness. The tutor was highly knowledgeable and engaging, with a strong understanding of both the legal system and the practicalities of giving evidence. Their supportive approach and real-life insights made the course both informative and reassuring.”

“The session was excellent and assisted me very much- the tips and the roleplay. I am much more confident to give evidence.”

“Really helpful. The best training I’ve had in a long time. Really relevant to my role. It was really helpful to put into practice what we had learnt in the role play practice. The trainer had excellent knowledge, was open and approachable and really understood our role and tailored the training accordingly.”