Criminal Law

Get ready to dive into the core of criminal law advocacy. In this practical webinar, you'll gain valuable insights into the do's and don'ts of advocacy, as seen through the eyes of barristers, Magistrates and Judges. We'll also explore the art of criminal trial and written advocacy, helping you refine your persuasion and defence skills within the courtroom. WEB243N16Z

Immerse yourself in an interactive, dynamic program designed to empower individuals and communities through the profound principles of restorative justice. You will go beyond theory, gaining practical tools for a meaningful impact through restorative justice principles. Examine the challenges and opportunities of using restorative justice principles. Explore the successes that can be implemented from overseas jurisdictions. WEB246W01

The numbers of domestic violence matters are exploding. Explore representing clients on both sides of domestic violence matters plus the relationship with Family law matters. Gain effective courtroom strategies including practical insights into cross examining expert witnesses and analyse recent sentencing decisions. Beyond legal updates, this practical guide also gives you real advice that you can implement in the best interests of your clients. WEB246W04

Sexual offences matters are increasing substantially. Take time to examine the legal issues from a trial-focused angle with insights from a respected Judge and leading barristers. Consider preparation and defence of these matters, including affirmative consent, pre-trial issues, evidence considerations, and sentencing. Discover how to handle trauma for both defence and prosecution, gaining a balanced perspective. Enhance your skills in this challenging area. WEB246N15

What am I trying to achieve out of a committal? How to best Identify the issues in dispute? Running a committal effectively is incredibly powerful. Join this one-hour workshop over lunch to gain insights into a strategic approach that can reshape your practice. Don't miss the opportunity to boost your criminal law strategy. Emma Higgins, with her wealth of experience, will provide practical tools and knowledge to maximise the benefits of preparing and running committals effectively. WEB246Q04

Learn effective strategies for preparing a sexual assault matter for trial and gain insights into applications for discontinuance and no-case submissions. Understand the issues in managing forensic evidence in sexual assault cases and hone your skills in tendency evidence in pre-trial and during trial. Additionally, you’ll gain a comprehensive analysis of recent cases in the Court of Appeal, offering valuable perspectives from experienced barristers navigating this critical area of criminal law. WEB246V06

Interested in the latest in youth justice? Attend these 3 all-encompassing hour-long sessions either online or on demand. They will fit perfectly into your busy schedule as you can have some lunch while you delve into watch-houses, detention, bail, monitoring devices, and addressing issues surrounding serious repeat offenders. Explore the nuances of the impact of domestic and family violence on the sentencing of children. WEB245Q01

Interested in the latest in youth justice? Attend these 3 all-encompassing hour-long sessions either online or on demand. They will fit perfectly into your busy schedule as you can have some lunch while you delve into watch-houses, detention, bail, monitoring devices, and addressing issues surrounding serious repeat offenders. Explore the nuances of the impact of domestic and family violence on the sentencing of children. WEB245Q01A

Interested in the latest in youth justice? Attend these 3 all-encompassing hour-long sessions either online or on demand. Engage with Youth Justice Outcomes, presented by Judge Richards from the District Court of Queensland, to delve into tensions and challenges within the system. WEB245Q01B

Interested in the latest in youth justice? Attend these 3 all-encompassing hour-long sessions either online or on demand. Navigate the intricacies of representing children in the Supreme Court, enhancing your understanding of pre-trial issues, applications for judge-alone trials, and sentencing considerations. WEB245Q01C

Family violence matters and their implications are increasing. Examine the new Coercive Control Legislation and effective strategies for clients facing charges under new legislation. Gain insights directly from the Bench regarding the changing landscape of AVOs. Navigate evolving bail and sentencing issues while managing client expectations. Explore the intersection of Family and Criminal Law and the significance of future risk assessment in relation to family violence. WEB249N02

This program is designed with criminal lawyers in mind, providing strategies and insights to protect your clients during investigations and questioning, particularly addressing challenges faced by Aboriginal individuals who are accused, detained, arrested, and during bail applications and sentencing. You will examine Bugmy v The Queen [2013] HCA 37 and the Bugmy Bar Book, delving into sentencing principles and exploring current trends to keep your eye on. OND249Q05

There is a crisis of youth in the criminal justice system and representing youth requires specialist understanding. It's crucial to be across the practical pathways in navigating this complex system. Gain a comprehensive and practical approach and advocacy tips from experts on representing young people plus the case updates to assist you. WEB249W07

The secret sauce is to control the controllable as best you can. Master the essential skills for the criminal law advocacy. Navigate the importance of strategic non-court advocacy. Gain guidance on getting your evidence admitted, cross examination, pleas and sentencing. Be prepared. Setting your case on the right path may mean the difference for you and your client. WEB249V04

Yes. We know. There’s never a dull moment in criminal law. Consider the most significant cases and biggest developments across sexual offences, regulatory prosecutions, evidence, international asset freezing, and youth justice over the past 12 months. Plus, gain practical insights for handling abusive and threatening clients and ethical dilemmas in and out of court. You'll find all the essential information and practical implications in these key areas plus more,and secure your core area CPD points. 243W17

Delve deep into the heart of the challenges of criminal law practice and uncover crucial knowledge and skill. You’ll explore the latest reforms to the Victorian Bail Acts, delve into regulatory criminal offences, sexual offences and youth justice issues. But the day doesn't end there; explore advocacy and trial preparation to mastering the skill of international criminal cases and addressing ethical dilemmas of criminal law practice. 243V13

Step into the heart of Criminal Law in 2024. Gain a comprehensive view with exclusive insights from the bench, navigate evolving domestic violence laws, master child sexual assault case strategies, harness the power of evidence, and explore crucial trial tactics. Address complicity and attribution challenges, understand the nuances of assisting clients with Australian visas, and confront the latest in drug and alcohol law. Don't miss the ethical dilemmas surrounding NGMI verdicts. 243N31

Hear a keynote address from the bench on sexual offences followed by an update on child sexual assault matters. Explore the complexities of evidence in criminal law, including tendency evidence. Gain an understanding of unfitness and mental impairment from an expert in this area. Complete your CPD compulsory units with discussions on mastering the art of criminal trial advocacy, the ethical principles as officers of the court and a workshop covering the use of Chat GPT as a tool for criminal lawyers 2311N23

There has been a great deal of legislative change in Queensland in criminal law and we bring it all to you. Consider the most significant cases and legislative change across domestic violence, coercive control, consent, mental health defences, and sentencing over the past year. Gain practical tips and strategies for trial advocacy, dealing with jury challenges, refining trial techniques, and managing contested orders and breaches. Plus lock down your core area CPD points. 243Q22

Designed with criminal lawyers in mind, this webinar will cover how evidential bias can affect criminal trials and how to interpret DNA evidence. Receive guidance on searches & warrants and applications to exclude evidence. Be updated on evidence in sentencing and review approaches to evidence in high profile matters. Examine amendments to sexual offences matters, legislative updates in criminal law evidence, and consider changes to domestic violence matters in Queensland. WEB2311Q04Z