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Investigator/Regulator - Law, Evidence, Procedure & Best Practice

Overview

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Public sector expert witnesses involved in family law cases in England and Wales must understand relevant legislation and procedures referenced and applied in family courts. The knowledge delivered on this course enables delegates to work more effectively and confidently, ensuring compliance with mandatory requirements of the Family Procedure Rules.

This course delivers a clear overview of the legal landscape and the procedural framework within which experts in the family court must operate. Delegates will understand how law is made and enforced; the court structure; the stages through which a case in court must pass and the different types of proceedings heard within the family courts.

In response to recent criticism of expert witnesses operating the family courts, attendees will cover the rules relating to the expert witness including the sanctions that could be imposed.

On this course, delegates will learn the legal principles applied in children’s cases, the impact of the Human Rights Act, the different types of evidence and their admissibility plus the practical implications of Part 25 of the Family Procedure Rules.

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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

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