I want the TRUTH: Preparing to be an Expert Witness
Thursday, March 11, 2021 | 4:00 pm - 5:33 pm
Course # 112523
| by ACPEN
What you will learn
Why testifying as an expert is challenging, but rewarding
Standards and rules
Types of experts
How to prepare to testify
Reporting rules
Do's and don't's of testifying
Common traps and tricks and how to handle them Major Topics: Rules of civil and criminal procedure
Applicable standards
Testifying basics
Cross-examination techniques
Description
Many practitioners dealing with government and not-for-profit issues are asked to serve as expert witnesses in courts of law or other adjudicatory venues. This session will discuss key issues you need to know when you are asked to serve in this capacity, including:
• Standards and other engagement acceptance considerations
• Preparation techniques
• Do’s and don’ts of testifying
• Avoiding commons traps and tricks designed to undermine your effectiveness
The session will conclude with a “mock cross-examination” with participants serving as the jury to identify what our witness does right and what he does wrong.
Intermediate to senior accountants and auditors
David L. Cotton
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