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Our mission is to support the proper administration of justice and the early resolution of disputes through high-quality expert evidence from specialists.

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Fraud case collapse due to lack of disclosure and conflicted Experts

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A £3 million diamond fraud trial has collapsed at Southwark Crown Court today after Crown Prosecution Service failings in the disclosure of evidence and their Expert Witnesses found to have conflicts of interest.

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Giving evidence in court is not a game

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ICC JUDGE BARBER in REYNOLDS (for CSB 123 LIMITED) -v- Stanbury (England and Wales High Court (Chancery Division) 23^rd September 2021). Judge criticises expert witness for failing to comply with his overriding duty to assist the court in oral testimony.

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Jan 26

Becoming an expert witness: your first steps

Webinar

6:00PM - 7:30PM

Before becoming an expert witness it is essential to do your groundwork and this webinar will provide everything you need to know about becoming an expert witness, what is expected from you, how demanding this additional career could be and how fulfilling it can be.

Feb 26

Confidence in the Courtroom

Webinar

5:30PM - 7:30PM

Being an expert witness involves more than just writing reports. Your courtroom performance can significantly impact the outcome of a case. With the right preparation, you can maintain control and effectively communicate your findings.

Are you prepared for the challenges?

Our two-part "Confidence in the Courtroom" webinar will equip you with the essential skills and strategies to excel under pressure.

Two-part webinar: 4th February (part 1) and 5th February (part 2) 2026, 5.30-7.30pm

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