78038 Trial Advocacy
6cp; availability: Doctor of Juridical Science, Master of Laws, Master of International Trade Law (Law graduate-entrant stream), Graduate Certificate in International Trade Law (Law graduate-entrant stream)Postgraduate
Subject coordinator: R Pettit
In this subject students acquire an understanding of the trial process, the various methods used to prepare a case for court, and the technical skills required to present effectively the client's case to the court. Students also acquire an understanding of the ethical duties and obligations legal practitioners owe to their clients, the court, counsel for the other side, the legal profession and society generally. At the end of the subject, students are expected to demonstrate competently the preparation, technical performance and communication skills required of a competent advocate.
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