Training and Events

EWI delivers a range of Training and Events throughout the year. As well as our AGM, Sir Michael Davies Lecture and Annual Conference, we support your training needs whether you are a new expert requiring core training or an experienced expert wanting to refresh your skills.

These are delivered as physical events and live and pre-recorded Webinars; offering you accessible and affordable professional development for your practice.

EWI members benefit from a discount on all Training and Events.

Oct 24

Costs Management: Budgeting in Civil Proceedings

Webinar

6:00PM - 7:30PM

Since 2013 in moderate to high value cases, the Courts have set budgets in advance for a party’s recoverable legal costs, which in most instances determine how much that party is able to recover from their opponent, though there are an increasing number of cases indicating that the budget will also often limit the costs that can be recovered from the solicitor’s own client.

Nov 24

Report Writing I

Webinar

10:00AM - 4:30PM

The framework of Court rules and procedure that form the context for expert reports will be explained, as will the basic evidential writing skills necessary to produce reports that fulfil all the requirements of the litigation process.

Nov 24

Report Writing II

Webinar

9:30AM - 4:30PM

Building on the fundamentals of Report writing I, you will learn techniques and strategies that will enable you to deliver more impactful evidence across increasingly complex issues.

Nov 24

Single Joint Experts

Webinar

6:00PM - 7:00PM

Join us for this informative session, led by Beth Rigby, which will cover everything you need to know about producing jointly instructed expert reports.

Nov 24

Experts Discussions & Joint Statements - From Law to Practice

Webinar

6:00PM - 8:00PM

This webinar examines the importance and features of experts meetings and the creation of a joint statement. Giles Eyre and Alison Somek will look at the legal and practical frameworks for taking part in an effective joint discussion and the importance of a clear and focussed joint statement.

Nov 24

Legal Update: Expert Evidence in the Court

Webinar

6:00PM - 7:00PM

Sean Mosby, EWI’s Policy Manager and Abigail Bright, Barrister at Doughty Street Chambers provide an update on some of the latest cases and share important learning points for Expert Witnesses and instructing solicitors. Highlighting concerns illustrated by recent judgments, some of the issues that can arise in the relationship between the Solicitor and the Expert, and how to avoid them.

Jan 25

Becoming an expert witness: your first steps

Webinar

6:00PM - 7:30PM

Before becoming an expert witness it is essential to do your groundwork and this webinar will provide everything you need to know about becoming an expert witness, what is expected from you, how demanding this additional career could be and how fulfilling it can be.

Feb 25

Law for Experts (England and Wales)

Webinar

6:30PM - 8:30PM

It is essential that all expert witnesses understand the legal framework and how their role as an expert witness fits into the English legal system, both historically and contextually.

Two Part webinar:

11th (part 1) and 18th Feb (part 2) 6.30pm-8.30pm

Mar 25

EWI Study Day

Rembrandt Hotel, London

9:30AM - 5:30PM

Join our full-day event packed with seminars, panels, and group discussions exploring key areas for helping you develop your practice as an Expert Witness.