Learn the rules & how to comply with them...

'Should you or shouldn't you?' - make sure you know the Rules

Why attend?

The Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and the new Criminal Procedure Rules (CrPR) effect all Experts whatever their field of expertise. This is a practical course through the minefield.The majority of the Rules do not directly affect Experts. Most which do affect the Expert are in CPR Rule 35 and CrPR Rule 33, however, there are others in both the CPR and CrPR which concern the Expert and his work. The Civil and Criminal Rules appear to be alike but there are substantial differences - these will be identified and their impact discussed.

The Role of the Single Joint Expert has been introduced into the Criminal Rules but there are differences between CrPR and CPR. These will be examined in detail so that participants on the course will have a clear understanding of their role and the problems that SJEs are facing.

Whether you do Civil or Criminal work you need to attend

CPR Protocol

The CPR Protocol for Expertsappears not widely used by Experts although it contains much to assist them. These practical aspects will be discussed along with the 'good practice' implications for criminal work.

• Overviews of both CPR and CrPR.
• Comparing CPR to CrPR - the similarities and the differences
• CPR Protocol for Experts
• Fast track dangers
• Multi track problems
• Applying to the court for directions
• Fee capping
• Court estimates
• Dealing with written questions
• Ethical dilemmas
• Expert adviser

• Appointment
• The Report
• Cross examination
• Instructions
• Getting paid
• Some Criminal problems

Thursday
25th February 2010

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