Representing Clients in the Coroner’s Court: Enhancing Your Advocacy – Strategies and Pitfalls is a one-day intensive workshop designed for legal professionals working within the coronial system. Whether you are a barrister, solicitor, in-house legal advisor, or coroner, this course equips you with the practical skills and strategic insights necessary to represent clients effectively in inquest proceedings.

Led by leading experts in coronial law, the workshop offers a dynamic blend of interactive sessions, real-world case studies, and focused guidance on Article 2 inquests, witness handling, and advocacy pitfalls. Attendees will leave with a refined understanding of coronial procedure and enhanced courtroom confidence. Available both in-person at the Army and Navy Club and online for remote participants.

Course Description

Representing Clients in the Coroner’s Court: Enhancing Your Advocacy – Strategies and Pitfalls is a professionally curated one-day workshop designed to elevate advocacy standards within the unique setting of the Coroner’s Court. This course is ideal for barristers, solicitors, in-house legal teams, and coroners themselves — anyone engaged in managing or navigating inquests.

Delivered by leading experts in the field, including Dr Bridget Dolan KC and Professor Chris Dorries OBE, the programme provides participants with the tools to approach inquest advocacy with greater clarity, confidence, and precision. The sessions blend practical guidance with real-world examples, offering insight into both successful and problematic advocacy strategies, as well as critical procedural nuances.

The workshop covers key themes such as understanding coronial causation, effective case theory development, witness handling techniques, and submission structuring. A significant portion of the day is dedicated to the role of Article 2 of the European Convention on Human Rights in inquests — an essential area of understanding for complex or state-related deaths.

Participants will also benefit from the interactive Q&A and round-up discussion, where they can engage directly with the faculty, reflect on the day's learnings, and discuss challenges from their own practice.

Attendance Options & Fees:

• In-Person Attendance: £670 (20 seats available – includes lunch and refreshments)

• Online Attendance: £470

Discounted Rate (50% off the above prices) available for the following groups:

• CCCL Alumni

• Police

• Medical Examiners

• Registered Charity Employees

• Members of COASA

• Local Authority Employees

If booking under a discounted category, we ask that you use your official work email address or send confirmation of your eligibility to: coroniallaw@bolton.ac.uk.

Whether attending in person at the prestigious Army and Navy Club or joining online, delegates will gain:

• Expert-led insights from experienced coronial practitioners

• A deeper understanding of courtroom dynamics and procedural expectations

• Opportunities to network with peers and senior figures in coronial law

• Practical tools to enhance professional confidence and competence in the Coroner’s Court

This workshop is not just a training event — it is an essential development opportunity for any legal professional seeking to represent clients with integrity, skill, and strategic effectiveness in coronial proceedings.