Presented by Mark Nohra and Chantal Paquette
Thursday 10 September 2026
12:35 - 2:05 pm (1.5 CPD Credit)

ABOUT THE COURSE:
A dedicated session on sexual-assault trials provides guidance on trauma-informed advocacy, mounting a defence without relying on myths and stereotypes, cross-examining complainants without alienating the jury, and navigating the unique dynamics of these high-stakes cases.

ABOUT THE SPEAKERS:
Mark Nohra is a seasoned trial lawyer with extensive experience handling complex, high-profile litigation, including matters arising in politically sensitive contexts. Mark is widely experienced in the defence of high-profile sexual assault cases — a sensitive, increasingly nuanced and multifaceted area of law — routinely trying these cases in front of a jury.

Chantal Paquette is a Vancouver-based criminal defence trial lawyer whose practice is defined by courtroom advocacy. She started her training in criminal law in 2005 and has spent the past decade practising exclusively in criminal law. Since her call to the bar, she has built a practice grounded in trials, regularly conducting judge-alone and jury trials across a broad range of serious criminal charges.

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.

Online via ZOOM

Cancellations subject to a $25 administration fee.