Advocacy 101: Mastering Courtroom Skills for Legal Success

Join LexisNexis and SOL International for an expert-led introduction to courtroom advocacy. This CLPD-certified course equips legal professionals in the Middle East with the skills to prepare for hearings, structure persuasive arguments, and respond effectively to judicial cues. Delivered by award-winning disputes lawyer Sarah Malik, the program blends practical techniques with professional responsibilities, ensuring participants gain both confidence and credibility in court.

COURSE DETAILS

Date: Wednesday & Thursday, 5–6 November 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon GST
Format: Live Zoom Webinar
Accreditation: Total of 4 CLPD Accredited Points

AGENDA

The course is divided into two sessions:

• Session 1 covers the foundations of courtroom advocacy. It introduces participants to the roles of judges, clerks, advocates, and witnesses, as well as courtroom setup and procedural matters. Do’s and don’ts and importance of preparation, practical tips and guidance for effective advocacy and speaking.
• Session 2 focuses on trial advocacy skills. It explores preparation for hearings, developing case strategies, and the essentials of persuasive advocacy. It covers skeleton arguments, duties to the court, examination-in-chief, cross-examination, re-examination, handling expert witnesses, and delivering closing submissions. Practical guidance is given on preparation, do’s and dont’s, and adapting to judicial cues.

Together, the sessions provide a structured introduction to both the professional responsibilities and practical skills required for effective courtroom advocacy.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Identify the key roles, procedures, and etiquette of courtroom advocacy
• Apply preparation techniques by developing structured case strategies
• Demonstrate trial skills, including examination-in-chief, cross-examination, and closing submissions
• Evaluate judicial cues and witness responses to adapt advocacy style effectively
• Integrate professional duties to the court into practical trial advocacy

SPEAKER

Sarah Malik, CEO – SOL International

Sarah Malik is an internationally recognised disputes lawyer and arbitration specialist with extensive experience representing clients in complex litigation and arbitration. As the founder and CEO of SOL International, she has been consistently recognised as one of the region’s leading advocates. Read full bio here.

TARGET AUDIENCE

This course is ideal for:

• Junior to mid-level litigators aiming to sharpen advocacy skills
• Trainee lawyers and recent graduates preparing for courtroom practice
• In-house counsel are required to represent their organisations in hearings
• Legal professionals transitioning into dispute resolution and litigation

Register now to secure your place and strengthen your advocacy skills.

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