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Family Law and Procedure for Expert Witnesses

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    Learn the role of the expert witness
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    Learn to apply essential law and procedure in children’s cases
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    Identify the stages in public and private law children’s disputes
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    Learn about types of evidence, including oral, documentary and real evidence
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    Differentiate between facts, assumption, inferences and opinion

Overview

Off the shelf (OTS)

As an expert witness involved in family law matters in England and Wales, you need to understand the basics of law and legal procedure. This course helps you work effectively and confidently and to comply with mandatory requirements.

In this course, you’ll learn the legal principles in children’s cases, the different types of evidence and admissibility and the impact of the Human Rights Act. You’ll also study the practical implications of court rules.

This module can count towards the 5-day Cardiff University Bond Solon (CUBS) Family Expert Witness Certificate. You will receive a comprehensive workbook to support the learning.

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Delivery method
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Face to face

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Virtual

Course duration
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12 hours

Competency level
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Foundation

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Delivery method
  • face to face icon

    Face to face

  • Virtual icon

    Virtual

Course duration
Duration icon

12 hours

Competency level
  • Foundation icon

    Foundation