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Conference with Counsel Course (Online)

Online Expert Witness Training
Group - MediLaw
Conference with Counsel Course (Online) Overview

Designed for healthcare experts in personal injury and clinical negligence, this comprehensive module will equip you with critical skills for successful conferences with counsel.
In just three hours, learn:

  • The strategic purpose of conferences with counsel
  • When and how conferences occur in litigation
  • Techniques for handling robust challenges
  • Preparation strategies for expert witnesses

Featuring expert presentations from leading professionals including Dr. Simon Fox KC, Paul Sankey, Dr. Tom Boyd, and Dr. Jonathan Moore, this course provides an immersive learning experience. You’ll observe a mock conference, review agendas, and gain invaluable insights into navigating these critical legal interactions.

Key elements of the course:

  • Watch the UK’s leading medico-legal experts explain how the conference works and how to prepare.
  • Complete a practical exercise to develop your skills in preparing for a conference.
  • Observe a mock conference – helping you to build your skills in dealing with robust exchanges and challenges to your evidence.

Learning outcomes

On the course, you’ll:

  • learn how the conference works and the processes involved
  • find out how to prepare effectively for a conference
  • learn how evidence is tested and how to deal with robust challenges
  • look at the likely follow-up actions.

Gain CPD points

On completion of the course, you will receive a CPD certificate (for four hours).

Find out more about our other courses on Report Writing, the Meeting of Experts and Giving Evidence in Court.

Conference with Counsel Course (Online) Course overview

Our experts discuss the purpose of the Conference with Counsel and how it fits into the litigation process. They will talk you through the format, share tips for preparing for and attending the conference, and look at the likely follow-up actions.

Having read Dr Simon Fox KC’s agenda for our mock conference, you will complete a practical task outlining how you would prepare for this conference.

For the next task, you observe a mock claimant Conference with Counsel, involving the instructing solicitor, medical expert and client.

By observing these exchanges, you will build your understanding of how the Conference with Counsel works and how the evidence is tested. You will learn about the importance of detailed preparation and develop your techniques for dealing with robust challenges to your opinion.

In this final part of the course, you will reflect on what you have seen in the mock conference by completing some multiple-choice questions.

Description

 

Key elements of the course:

  • Watch the UK’s leading medico-legal experts explain how the conference works and how to prepare.
  • Complete a practical exercise to develop your skills in preparing for a conference.
  • Observe a mock conference – helping you to build your skills in dealing with robust exchanges and challenges to your evidence.

 

Learning outcomes

On the course, you’ll:

  • learn how the conference works and the processes involved
  • find out how to prepare effectively for a conference
  • learn how evidence is tested and how to deal with robust challenges
  • look at the likely follow-up actions.

 

Gain CPD points

On completion of the course, you will receive a CPD certificate (for four hours).

Find out more about our other courses on Report Writing, the Meeting of Experts and Giving Evidence in Court.

Task 1 – Videos featuring Paul Sankey, Dr Tom Boyd and Mr Richard Kerr

Our experts discuss the purpose of the Conference with Counsel and how it fits into the litigation process. They will talk you through the format, share tips for preparing for and attending the conference, and look at the likely follow-up actions.

Task 2 – Review of the agenda

Having read Dr Simon Fox KC’s agenda for our mock conference, you will complete a practical task outlining how you would prepare for this conference.

Task 3 – Observation exercise

For the next task, you observe a mock claimant Conference with Counsel, involving the instructing solicitor, medical expert and client.

By observing these exchanges, you will build your understanding of how the Conference with Counsel works and how the evidence is tested. You will learn about the importance of detailed preparation and develop your techniques for dealing with robust challenges to your opinion.

Task 4 – Short assessment

In this final part of the course, you will reflect on what you have seen in the mock conference by completing some multiple-choice questions.

Tailor Your Training: Purchase the modules individually for standalone learning!
Group - MediLaw

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Learn from top legal professionals including Dr Simon Fox KC, HHJ Harris KC, and Professor Charles Hennessy who provide insider tips on court processes and evidence presentation.

The Judge’s perspective on what makes an effective expert witness and Interactive role-play analysis of mock courtroom scenarios.

The module will help you gain confidence, refine your techniques, and enhance your credibility as an expert witness. Perfect for both novice and experienced experts seeking to excel in the courtroom!

Group - MediLaw

Master the Meeting of Experts. Designed for healthcare experts specializing in personal injury or clinical negligence, our comprehensive online course equips you with critical skills for successful expert meetings.

In just three hours, you’ll learn:

  • The strategic importance of expert meetings
  • Preparation techniques
  • Strategies for handling challenging opponents
  • Practical insights from leading legal and medical experts

Featuring expert presentations, interactive tasks, and a reflective learning approach, this module provides the tools you need to excel in expert meetings.

Group - MediLaw

Designed specifically for healthcare professionals, this interactive online module is crafted by our multidisciplinary team of lawyers and medical experts to sharpen your skills in writing expert witness reports for clinical negligence cases.

Our online report writing module offers hands-on experience by guiding you through the process of writing an actual report.

You’ll gain practical skills while working on a real case, enhancing your ability to produce effective reports.

After completing the exercise, you’ll receive personalised feedback through a one-on-one consultation with solicitor Isabel Bathurst, ensuring you leave with valuable insights to boost
your confidence and produce compelling reports.

What our happy delegates say...
Group - MediLaw

Massive benefit from Premier League teaching.

Mr Andrew Kennedy
Upper GI Consultant
Group - MediLaw

Great speakers who were able to share a wealth of experience. Very good material handout and the material provided post course was super useful.

If you’re interested in getting going with expert witness practice, this course provides all you need to know and can offer support as you begin your journey.

Dr Ben Killingley
Consultant in Acute Medicine and Infectious Disease
Group - MediLaw

The training was outstanding. I went from being a novice with the barest understanding of expert witness work to feeling confident about embarking on work in this field. In addition, with such a supportive faculty, I feel I could ask for advice in the future as I start out.

Dr Matt Faircloth
Consultant Cardiologist
Group - MediLaw

One of the best courses I’ve ever been on. Real experts training us fantastically. Real cases, good role play, great pace, excellent material and great location for the training.

Dr Shaun O’Connell
Group - MediLaw

The course was interactive and engaging – far exceeded my expectations. I came thinking I may want to do EW work – now enthusiastic and ready to start developing practice.

Excellent trainers, speakers. Highly relevant and extremely enjoyable.

Dr Elizabeth Garthwaite
Consultant Renal Physician
Group - MediLaw

The Inspire MediLaw team have put together a fantastic interactive two day course.

Speakers were engaging and flexible. First class venue and facilities. Highly recommended.

Mr Oliver Kayes
Consultant Urologist
 

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