Witness statements – from conversation to courtroom

Witness statements are central to many disputes, but taking a good statement requires far more than simply recording what a witness remembers. This practical webinar explores how lawyers can draw out the best evidence, structure it effectively and avoid the common pitfalls that can undermine a witness’s evidence in court.

Topics covered include:

• Why witness statements are so important
• Getting the framework right
• The craft of statement taking
• Turning evidence into statements
• Avoiding common pitfalls
• One statement, two perspectives – the role of the witness and the lawyer
• Life beyond the statement