InBrief

The ABA Appellate Advocacy course will be held in Brisbane on 10-12 June 2016. There are only 24 positions available. Seniority of at least eight years at the private bar is a pre-requisite.

The skills of a barrister are best learnt in an environment that is as close to the real experience as possible. This intensive involves a realistic brief, detailed preparation including written submissions and performances in real court settings before appellate judges. The intensive will promote excellence in appellate advocacy through the development of relevant skills.

Groups are small and the coach-to-participant ratio is high. Performances are recorded in-court before an appellate court judge, and then reviewed separately with senior members of the Australian Bar. Voice and movement coaching is also available from a professional coach.

The brief

You will be briefed on an application for leave to appeal from the judgment of a single judge of the Federal Court and the final appeal. The brief is based on a real legal dispute that has previously been litigated.

Pre-course preparation

Written submissions are to be submitted prior to the commencement of the course. It is recommended that at least three days is set aside for preparation. Less experienced appellate advocates may find it worthwhile to allow more time.

Venue

The intensive will be held in the Supreme Court of Queensland, Brisbane.

Cost

• The cost of the intensive covers:
• Copies of all materials and readings
• Access to the intensive's online portal
• Venue, equipment and stationery
• Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea on Friday and Saturday
• Dinner on Saturday
• Morning tea on Sunday

All travel costs, including flights to and accommodation in Brisbane, are additional and must be organised by barristers individually.