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OUR COURSES

Our courses and costs are:

  • Civil Litigation Essentials (Full day course) £499

  • Small Claims Guru (Half day course) £299

  • Courtroom Confidence: Giving Better Evidence (half day £299)

  • Advocacy for Non Lawyers (Full day course) £499

Civil Litigation Essentials – Course Overview

This intensive full-day online course provides a clear, practical guide to the essentials of civil litigation. Designed for those who want to understand how cases really work in practice, the course goes beyond the theory and focuses on the real-world strategies, pitfalls, and techniques that can make the difference between success and failure in litigation.

Delivered in small, interactive groups via Microsoft Teams, the course covers every stage of the process—from pre-action steps and issuing proceedings through to trial, enforcement, and costs. Participants will learn:

  • How to approach the pre-action stage strategically, including protocols, settlement, and funding.

  • The essentials of drafting and responding to claims and statements of case.

  • What to expect from case management, interim applications, and disclosure.

  • How to prepare effectively for trial, including bundles, advocacy, and courtroom etiquette.

  • Options for enforcement, appeals, and costs recovery after judgment.

By the end of the course, participants will not only know the rules but will also gain valuable insight into how litigation works in practice, with guidance from experienced practitioners.

Small Claims Guru – Course Overview

Small Claims Guru is a practical, half-day online course designed to demystify the Small Claims Track. It provides step-by-step guidance on bringing or defending a claim, from the pre-action stage and completing claim forms through to preparing evidence, attending the hearing, and enforcing judgments.

The course emphasises real-world insight, showing you what actually happens in practice, what pitfalls to avoid, and how to present your case clearly and effectively. Through interactive examples and practical tips, you’ll gain the confidence to handle small claims efficiently—whether as a claimant, defendant, or advisor.

Courtroom Confidence: Giving Better Evidence- Course Overview

Courtroom Confidence: Giving Better Evidence

Appearing in court or a tribunal can be daunting — but preparation and understanding make all the difference. Courtroom Confidence: Giving Better Evidence is a focused three-hour online course designed to help anyone giving evidence feel calm, credible, and in control. Led by experienced chancery and commercial barristers, the session explains what really happens in court, how to prepare effectively, and how to respond clearly under questioning. Through practical demonstrations, interactive discussion, and proven techniques, participants learn how to communicate confidently, handle cross-examination, and avoid common pitfalls. Ideal for business representatives, professionals, or litigants in person, this engaging masterclass transforms courtroom nerves into composure. Participants leave with practical tips, checklists, and the insight to give evidence that is clear, honest, and persuasive.

Introduction to Advocacy- Course Overview

Advocacy for Non-Lawyers is a unique full-day, hands-on course designed and delivered online by experienced barristers, to equip individuals with the confidence and practical skills to present their own case effectively in any court or tribunal. Whether you’re involved in a civil, criminal, family, or tribunal matter, this course demystifies advocacy and teaches you how to handle yourself with professionalism and clarity in a courtroom setting.

The course provides step-by-step, real-world guidance on every stage of advocacy, including:

  • Case Preparation – organising your facts, evidence, and legal arguments

  • Courtroom Behaviour & Etiquette – how to present yourself and address the court

  • Skeleton Arguments – preparing written submissions that support your case

  • Examination-in-Chief & Cross-Examination – , how to plan and question witnesses effectively and confidently

  • Opening & Closing Submissions – telling your story persuasively and summarising your key points

  • Applications & Appeals – understanding how to make applications and challenge decisions

  • The Dos and don’ts of speaking in court

Delivered in a supportive, small-group environment, the course combines expert instruction with practical exercises and role-play to help participants apply what they learn in realistic scenarios. All materials are included, and participants will leave with a practical toolkit and increased confidence to advocate effectively, whatever their case or forum.