Presented by Brock Martland KC, Rebecca McConchie & Matthew Nathanson
Monday 13 April 2026
12:35 - 2:05 pm (1.5 CPD Credit)

ABOUT THE COURSE:
The presenters of session 2 of the Criminal Jury Trials series, Brock Martland KC, Rebecca McConchie, and Matthew Nathanson will focus on how defence counsel shape the story in a jury trial, manage prejudicial evidence, and communicate effectively with jurors.

Topics include:

• Crafting a defence narrative that aligns with how jurors process information
• Handling damaging Crown evidence through voir dires, admissibility battles, and strategies for "unringing the bell"
• Building cross-examinations that humanize the accused and expose unreliability without alienating jurors
• Using courtroom dynamics: voice, pacing, sequencing of evidence, and demonstrative aids (including what is permitted in BC Supreme Court)
• Strategies when the accused testifies — preparation, structure, and risk mitigation

ABOUT THE SPEAKERS:
Brock Martland KC practices criminal and public law at Martland & Saulnier in Vancouver. He regularly defends, and occasionally prosecutes, a wide variety of criminal cases, and maintains an appellate practice.

Rebecca McConchie is a criminal lawyer and sole practitioner at McConchie Criminal Law. Rebecca represents clients at trial, on appeal, and in quasi-criminal contexts such as prison law matters. She regularly defends clients before judges and juries on charges ranging from mischief to murder. Rebecca has appeared before all levels of court in BC and at the Supreme Court of Canada. In addition to being the President of TLABC for 2026, Rebecca is the Chair of TLABC's Criminal Defence Committee.  

Matthew Nathanson is a criminal defence lawyer practicing in downtown Vancouver. He has argued cases at all levels of court in British Columbia and in the Supreme Court of Canada. Much of his practice is now dedicated to complex criminal cases.

PRICING:
TLABC Member: $79/Registrant
TLABC Law/Articling Student Member: $30/Registrant
TLABC Paralegal/Legal Assistant Member: $30/Registrant
Non-Member: $209/Registrant

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DISCLAIMER:
This live presentation, accompanying materials, and any recordings made available for on-demand viewing are strictly for the sole use of the Registrant. It is not permitted to reproduce and/or share in any format without the express written permission of Trial Lawyers Association of BC. By registering, you agree with the aforementioned terms and conditions.

This program has been approved for credit in the following jurisdiction(s):

Law Society of British Columbia

Credit has been approved with the Law Society of British Columbia for 1.50 Structured Legal Education credits.

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Cancellations subject to a $25 administration fee.