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

Strengthen your professional handling of traffic offences matters. From case law updates to serious driving offences & everything in between, gain all the law & strategies you need to ensure you are current & skilled. Gain a crucial focused study on court proceedings, client advisory strategies, key legal provisions & tactics for contesting convictions. Develop your expertise in acting in both dangerous operation & careless driving offences. Stay current with the latest Queensland case law updates. 243Q18

Join us for an in-depth exploration of cutting-edge advancements reshaping the landscape of driving offences. Delve into the pivotal role of digital technologies in crash investigations and uncover strategies for navigating legal complexities. Presented by industry experts, this seminar offers exclusive insights into the evolving realm of driving offenses and the critical impact of digital innovation on resolving cases and preventing incidents. 243W05

Hear from a renowned Counsel, Dr. Ian Freckelton AO KC, and other leading experts on the key issues of Forensic Evidence. This unique program explores the importance of forensic evidence in criminal law matters. You’ll gain practical and key insights into what happens in the lab. Our program will equip you with the know-how and confidence to expertly handle technical questions in the courtroom, enhancing your advocacy skills and performance. WEB243V26Z

An essential webinar covering topical updates from legal and forensic experts. Explore diverse subjects including the urgent needed reform in drug driving laws, uncovering legislative inequities, the absence of impairment-linked frameworks, and limited defences. Gain insights into crash reconstruction, drink driving defence strategies, and mastering the art of conducting pleas. Elevate your legal expertise in within this evolving legal landscape. WEB243V08Z

Gain crucial insights and skills from 5 leading legal authorities appearing in traffic matters. Explore law and best practice for everything from penalty notices and suspensions through to serious traffic offences. Benefit from expert guidance, strategic preparation, and in-depth legal expertise relating to both the available defences and running your traffic matters with effective advocacy. 243N44

Join accomplished barristers Mark Trowell KC and Roman Kan as they guide you through the critical areas of preparing for a criminal trial. This advanced program will deliver key learnings and techniques to help fine-tune the way you approach your next criminal trial. Mark and Roman will share their experience, insights and strategies on how to navigate all the crucial areas of criminal trial preparation. 239W08

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Embark on a comprehensive journey to master the major legislative updates in sexual offences charges, uncover the intricacies of the Law of Consent, explore procedural developments in PCC Counselling, and obtain a practical trial preparation guide in just one morning. Be fully prepared as you navigate the principles of cross-examination and analyse the latest legislative provisions. Equip yourself with resounding strategies for success. 239Q01

Increase your working knowledge and ability to identify pre-trial issues well ahead of the trial to enable you to make important decisions that can influence how the trial proceeds, consider directions in sexual assault cases and gain practical guidance on the law of consent in NSW. Don’t miss this unique perspective on such an essential area of criminal law. WEB236N11Z

For the criminal defence lawyer, few things are more important than cross examination. To help you in practise, this seminar will provide concrete examples & practical scenarios to broaden your skillset and promote your own sense of self confidence when next in the courtroom. Beginning with preparation, then an intricate look at the cross examination of children, legislation & governing considerations, and finally the all-important ethics topic, you will have the tools you need to get the edge. WEB229Q02

Join two of Perth’s leading Silk as they guide you through the critical areas of preparing for a criminal trial. Learn the art of the written sentencing submission - what to include and exclude, citing authorities and impermissible matters. Delve into mitigating factors, parole issues, collateral issues, character references, suppression orders and everything in between. This advanced program will deliver key learnings and techniques to help fine-tune the way you approach your next criminal trial. 2211W02

Appearing in a coronial matter is not easy so this is your chance to hear from the experiences of Coroners and barristers at the coalface. Key topics will be put under the microscope including the anatomy of a health care related death, understanding autopsy reports and a practical look at the pitfalls, tips and traps that can befall you in practice. This is an essential program for those currently working in or interested in the Coroner’s Court. WEB228Q06

Immerse yourself in all things coronial. Starting with an overview of the jurisdiction, continuing with a presentation focusing on coronial investigations involving medical professionals and finishing with a presentation by a recently retired coroner, looking at the recent decisions relating to the exception to giving self-incriminating evidence. You will come away from this webinar with a deeper understanding of coronial inquiries in a health setting. WEB236N26CZ

Criminal advocacy work can be intimidating. Aspire to be heard in court with confidence with the fundamentals. Expand your skillset and gain clarity on the pointers and pitfalls of summary hearings in the Magistrates Court. Explore written advocacy in criminal trials and benefit from essential practical guidance on DVO advocacy. The most necessary fundamental advocacy skills are covered here for the criminal lawyer. WEB236Q03Z

Hear from senior members of the judiciary and criminal law experts. Walk away with real learning outcomes as you focus on practical aspects in the court process, understand both The Drug Court and running a matter in the Local Court from the perspective of judiciary members. Unpack the new bail and sexual assault laws, analyse sentencing decisions, mental health and its intersection with criminal offences. Refresh your approach to CPD core areas with these innovative topics. 233N43

Catch up on all the relevant issues in criminal law right now. Our expert panel of barristers and solicitors will guide you through the intersection of mental health and criminal law, an important update on bail, how to successfully navigate complex sentencing, complicity in murder and sexual offences. The ethical issues that arise in criminal law practice will also be covered as well as how to run a run a committal and strategies to help you effectively deal with stress and trauma in practice. 233V20

Don’t miss this comprehensive criminal evidence masterclass! In light of the recent amendments to the Evidence Act, the spotlight’s on the complexities of criminal and domestic violence evidence. Hear from an esteemed District Court judge on psychological and psychiatric evidence. Be guided through the latest reforms on Video Recorded Evidence. Delve into the Evidence Act reforms and how these might impact your criminal and DV matters, the benefits and the limitations, and police responses. WEB2211Q03Z

A full-day criminal law program focused on the latest developments impacting your criminal matters. Gain valuable insights and strategies from an expert panel including a District Court Judge and Deputy Chief Magistrate. Explore the new Bail Act amendments, Commonwealth offenders and sentencing, a road map for pre-trial procedures, and sworn evidence and recent decisions by the Criminal Court of Appeal. In addition, delve into criminal complicity, expert evidence, and strip searches and the law. 2211N26

Now in its 18th year in Brisbane, the Criminal Law Conference is back to prepare you for the year to come. Hear from the bench with unique insights. Consider disclosure of evidence, explore PCC, analyse coercive control and coerced evidence. Examine migration and citizenship law and its impacts on criminal matters. Gain your mandatory units through sessions that will give you practical assistance for running your practice. Don’t miss out. 233Q12

Master advocacy skills by learning from the best. This stellar panel of speakers will share their wealth of knowledge on crucial advocacy skills that can make or break a case. Don’t miss the opportunity to spend the morning with these seasoned advocates as they reveal tactics and persuasive strategies you can use to improve your results inside the courtroom. This practical session will highlight written advocacy, preparation and presentation and cross examination. WEB226N05

There is never a dull moment in criminal law practice. Benefit from critical insights into crucial areas of criminal law including developments relating to joint principals and examination in criminal trials, analyse case law regarding preventative detention and take a deep dive into domestic violence restraining orders. This dynamic lineup of topics and speakers will broaden your knowledge and give you the edge. This is the ultimate guide for all criminal lawyers. 233W05

In this in-depth 3-part series on domestic violence you will examine the latest developments in family law, understand the recent changes in the federal court, ensure your knowledge of media law and its implications are watertight, and consider the interaction of family and criminal law and the implications for your clients. Analyse the various legal avenues and resources available to you and your clients. Choose the session most relevant to you or attend them all and save. WEB226N23B

In this in-depth 3-part series on domestic violence you will examine the latest developments in family law, understand the recent changes in the federal court, ensure your knowledge of media law and its implications are watertight, and consider the interaction of family and criminal law and the implications for your clients. Analyse the various legal avenues and resources available to you and your clients. Choose the session most relevant to you or attend them all and save. WEB225N23A

Do you need your compulsory CPD points? Would you like to learn relevant skills that you can use in your practice? Are you interested in hearing from Perth’s top criminal law practitioners? We have you covered with this intensive and in-depth criminal law CPD program. Learn how to effectively prepare your brief to counsel. Hone your ethics skills when preparing witnesses, and gain tips on effective stress management. You are bound to leave this session with a refreshed and elevated skill set. 233W06

Forensic analysis is a critical element of the criminal justice system. Our expert panel have a unique set of skills coupled with invaluable insight into the area of forensic evidence. Explore the practical application of their knowledge into the role of drugs and alcohol and the interpretation of those results to secure a conviction, plus how to best utilise the forensic pathologist as an independent expert witness. WEB233V15Z

The WA Government has introduced significant reforms for accused suffering mental impairment resulting in the repeal of the existing Criminal Law (Mentally Impaired Accused) Act 1996. In this timely webinar, you will examine the progress of the Bill and its implications for the relevant areas of criminal law. WEB236W08Z

Gain practical tips on effective cross-examination in criminal cases. Receive an update on how to cross-examine children in light of recent case law and how to best manage ground rules hearings. Understand cross-examination of expert witness including the potential benefits or pitfalls of “hot tubbing” and concurrent expert evidence. Explore best practice for cross-examining adult complainants in sexual offence and family violence cases. WEB236V13Z

Real learning outcomes are here for you in this practical approach to traffic law. You will be provided with the answers to key challenges, in the event you receive instructions for driving offences matters. Hear from a leading forensic toxicologist and gain knowledge on pharmacological evidence regarding drugs and alcohol in driving matters. Receive practical expertise with dedicated sessions on the running defended matters in the local court, licence appeals and Court election cases. 233N46

Don’t miss this comprehensive examination of the latest criminal law developments from an esteemed panel including a District Court Judge. Explore psychological reports on child behaviours in sexual assault cases, the admissibility of evidence related to a complainant’s sexual experience, intensive correction orders, trial directions, & mental illness. The afternoon focuses on CPD core areas with an expert panel of accredited specialists covering cross examinations, ethics & more.

Issues covered include: Local Court, Sexual Assault trials, clients with mental health impairments, Improperly obtained evidence, judicial bias, judicial bullying, individual dilemmas, proactive litigation

Issues covered include: PCA Matters, roadside drug testing, defending driving offences, traffic offences cases

Issues covered include: unreasonable verdicts, psychological reports, police powers, sexual offences law reform, cyber forensics, ethics refresher, client complaints

Issues covered include:Pre-trial Preparation, Case Concept, Opening Address, Cross-examination, Closing Address

Issues covered include:Sentencing, Post Sentence Supervision Orders, R v Pell, Defacto Reversal of the Burden of Proof in Sex Cases, Forensic DNA Databases, Dementia, Ethical Issues, Practice Management & Business Skills

Issues covered include: magistrate's court, district, supreme court

Don’t have time to earn your CPD points in dribs and drabs over the course of a year? This program is designed to give you the need-to-know updates for your practice and all of your CPD points, including the compulsory units, in one go. All at one place, all in one day. Attend the full program or just book the session you want. It’s as simple as that.

Focus on two defining areas of criminal law: evidence and sentencing. Hear from an esteemed District Court Judge and then launch into evidence issues including the why and how of shortening trials, self- incrimination, tendency and coincidence evidence, and presenting evidence in parole proceedings. In the afternoon you will pivot to sentencing issues and explore mental health, sentencing in the Magistrate’s Court and catch up on the latest cases and updates related to sentencing. 2111N26

Accomplished barristers Lincoln Crowley QC and Simon Lewis will guide you through the crucial areas of the criminal pre-trial process. Lincoln & Simon will share their experience, insights and strategies on how to navigate the initial identification of issues, the weak points of the case, the proofing of witnesses and the preparation of the opening address. This is your chance to ask questions and acquire the tactics that leading barristers use to find success in the courtroom. 2111Q02

There are countless complex factors involved in sentencing, so it is critical that you are up to date on the latest sentencing trends in court. This dynamic program scrutinizes mental health issues, gives you the necessary updates on recent sentencing decisions and analyses the practical issues involved in sentencing. Join our panel of experts who will guide you through this crucial and often delicate area of criminal law. 2111W08

213N22: Don’t miss your opportunity to hear directly from a District Court Judge and catch up on all the most relevant topics in criminal law. Examine recent decisions of the High Court, duty of disclosure by prosecution and police, and how to navigate the new sexual assault laws and regulatory prosecutions. Plus, gain your core CPD units in issues of paramount relevance to criminal practitioners. You’ll leave equipped with the information and skills your clients will expect of you.