Program Chairs:
Danielle Robitaille, Henein Hutchison Robitaille LLP
Michael S. F. Watson, Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP

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Want to watch Danielle Robitaille cross-examine a witness?  Or see Michael Watson use the "elegant approach" to impeach? Get a front-row seat at Block Two of the Cross-Examination: Building Block Series!
 
Join Danielle and Michael, along with top members of the Bench and Bar, to master the art of cross-examination.  This program will break down fundamentals, address the objectives of impeachment, and provide tips and strategies on when and why to use and tailor your approach.  It will also address when to use specific techniques and the elements of effective execution and style.   In short, everything you need to elevate your cross-examination!

Block Two will be held on April 4 and the learning-by-doing skills workshop, Block Three, will be held on May 16. There are several registration options: (1) All three Blocks - both plenary sessions + workshop (2) Block One only (3) Block Two only (4) both Block One and Block Two only (see below for more information).  Please note that only registrants who have completed Blocks One and Two will be allowed to participate in Block Three.

Plenary Details | Tuesday, April 4, 2023, 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm (ET)

Block Two Topics Include:

• Mastering different strategies to use for the most effective cross-examination
• Determining when to impeach and the best approach
• Exploring the challenge of difficult witnesses, including experts, children, non-English speakers, and neurodiverse witnesses
• Discovering how to get even the most off-the-rails cross back on track
• Developing your personal style

You will also have the unique opportunity to participate in an "Ask Me Anything" breakout session.
Here, you will get the chance to ask a senior practitioner (including our speakers) questions on conducting effective cross-examination and get the answers you need in a safe and supportive environment. Please come prepared with questions to get the most out of the session.

Workshop Details | Tuesday, May 16, 2023, 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm (ET)
Want to gain practical experience and real-time feedback on your cross-examination and impeachment skills? Block Three, the remote skills workshop, is available exclusively for Block One and Block Two participants. Please note that the workshop requires advance preparation based on a realistic case file that will be provided in advance.

Registration includes program materials, which will be provided before each session. Registration also includes access to the live webcast recording for 30 days from the date the link is sent to you. Please note that small group breakout sessions and skills workshops will not be recorded.

Click here to register for all 3 sessions at our special bundle rate.

*Due to current concerns with COVID-19, we will be offering this program fully remotely via webcast only.

**Registrants who take advantage of the bundle rate after the start of the series will be provided with access to the relevant video-recording(s).

Please review the system requirements to view a Zoom webinar here.