Expert Witness and Courtroom Testimony Skills for Financial Investigators

Course overview

A strong financial investigation can still fail in the witness box. Investigators and analysts who explain fund flows poorly, stray beyond their expertise or lose composure under cross-examination give respondents an easy route to victory. This expert witness training for investigators builds the skills and confidence to present financial evidence clearly and credibly in court.

Participants learn the rules governing expert and factual evidence, the duties owed to the court, and how to write reports and statements that are complete, balanced and easy to follow. They practise explaining complex financial analysis in plain language, using charts and schedules effectively, and handling documents in the witness box. Much of the week is spent on cross-examination: recognising common defence strategies, answering precisely, conceding properly and staying within one's expertise. Every participant gives evidence in recorded mock hearings and receives individual feedback from experienced practitioners.

Participants leave better prepared to present financial evidence persuasively and to withstand rigorous challenge.

What you will be able to do

• Explain the rules on expert and factual evidence in financial cases
• Fulfil the duties an expert owes to the court
• Write clear, balanced and well-supported expert reports
• Explain complex financial analysis in plain language
• Use charts and schedules effectively while giving evidence
• Handle cross-examination calmly, precisely and within expertise

Who should attend

For investigators, analysts and forensic accountants who give, or will give, evidence in financial crime, asset recovery and forfeiture proceedings.

• Financial investigators
• Asset recovery officers
• Forensic accountants
• FIU analysts
• Anti-corruption investigators
• Revenue authority investigators
• Digital forensics examiners

Course outline

Fees are per participant in US dollars and cover tuition, course materials and your certificate. Travel and accommodation are not included.