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Conference 2022: The Modern Expert: Relevant, Current, and Evolving

Webinar

20 May 2022

9:00AM - 4:45PM

EWI's Online Conference brings together expert witnesses, solicitors, barristers and eminent judges to discuss the key issues facing the expert community.

This conference is aimed at:

  • New Experts looking to develop their understanding of key issues
  • Experienced Experts looking to develop their practice
  • Those who work with or instruct Experts

Programme

Time

Programme

9.30

Signing into Zoom available

10.00 Conference Chair Welcome
10.05

Keynote Speech

The Right Hon Lord Hamblen of Kersey, Justice of the Supreme Court, will share his views on Expert Evidence in the courts

10.35

Lessons from the Pandemic - A panel discussion

As the judiciary adapt to a return to the physical courtroom, our panel will explore what practices are expected to remain in place and which are likely to come to an end. Featuring Ali Bajwa QC, Andrew King, Michael Polak, and Her Honour Judge Rosa Dean.

11.20 Morning Break
11.40

Lessons from the Courts – A panel discussion

Panel Chair, Professor Penny Cooper, will discuss key issues affecting Expert Evidence with HHJ Sarah Munro, Simon Jackson QC and Senior Master Barbara Fontaine.

12.40 Lunch Break
1.40

Breakout session 1: Practice update: Clinical Negligence  

An update on recent cases and their implications for Expert Witnesses with Dr Louisa Sherlock, Barrister, No 5 Barrister Chambers.

Breakout session 2: Practice update: Top Tips for giving evidence in Court

Our panel of experienced experts and Barristers share their top tips for giving evidence in Court featuring Anton Van Dellen (Chair), HHJ Peter Lodder QC, Dr Kathryn Newns, Robert Clayton, and Richard Taylor.

2.40 Afternoon Break
3.00

Unconscious Bias

Frederico Singarajah (Gatehouse Chambers) will explore unconscious bias and how it can affect your work as an Expert Witness.

3.30

Closing Address

Sir Martin Spencer, Justice of the High Court, Queen's Bench Division and EWI Chair of the Board of Governors shares his views on Expert Evidence from the High Courts and wraps the day up.

3.50

Conference chair closing remarks

 














Booking Prices

Full day: Member: £175 / Non-Member: £200
Half day: Member: £90 / Non-Member: £110

CPD: 7 Hours


Event Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations received 61 days + prior to the event – A full refund will be given
  • Cancellations received 31-60 days prior to the event – A 75% refund will be given
  • Cancellations received 15-30 days prior to the event – A 50% refund will be given
  • Cancellations received 0-14 days prior to the event – No refund will be given

Please note, any delegates who do not attend on the day will not receive a refund.

Access to the event will be denied if payment in advance has not been made.

The EWI reserve the right to cancel any event with a minimum of 3 days notice and will provide a full refund to delegates.

Disclaimer
Event content is provided to members of the Expert Witness Institute in support of their work. It represents the Institute’s view of good practice in a particular area, and members are not obliged to follow it. It does not constitute legal or professional advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for legal advice. Whilst care has been taken to ensure that the content is accurate, up to date, and useful, the Expert Witness Institute will not accept any legal liability in relation to it. If specific advice or information is required, then a suitably qualified professional should be consulted.

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