Criminal Jury Trials Series

Criminal Jury Trials Webinar Series

The TLABC Criminal Jury Trial Series offers a four‑part, practical look at defence advocacy in British Columbia jury trials. Across 90‑minute sessions, leading practitioners explore the full lifecycle of a jury case: from jury selection to crafting persuasive trial narratives, executing effective direct- and cross‑examinations, managing prejudicial evidence, and advocating for defence-friendly jury charges. The series also tackles critical issues such as issues with juror questions or misconduct, mistrial strategies, and building an appeal‑ready record. A dedicated session on sexual assault jury 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.

Participants may register for the entire four-part series or à la carte for individual sessions. As the series will mirror the progression of a trial, with each session building on the foundations established in previous sessions, registration for the full series is encouraged. However, each session is designed to stand-alone, so participants can select topics of particular interest. All the webinars will be recorded and made available to registrants should scheduling issues arise with the live presentation.

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Session 1 - Jury Selection and Procedure
Thursday 12 March 2026
12:35 - 2:05 pm
Presented by Glen Orris KC and Ian Donaldson KC

INFORMATION FOR SESSION 1

Session 2 - Trial Craft - Winning Narrative, Cross-Examination, and Evidentiary Control Before a Jury
Monday 13 April 2026
12:35 - 2:05 pm
Presented by Brock Martland KC, Rebecca McConchie & Matthew Nathanson

INFORMATION FOR SESSION 2

Session 3 - Jury Instructions and Advocacy When Issues Arise
Tuesday 23 June 2026
12:35 - 2:05 pm
Presented by Troy Anderson and Kevin Westell

INFORMATION FOR SESSION 3

Session 4 - Sexual Assault Trials: A deeper dive
Thursday 10 September 2026
12:35 - 2:05 pm
Presented by Mark Nohra and Chantal Paquette

REGISTRATION & INFORMATION FOR SESSION 4

Interested in Civil Jury Trials? Check out the 10-part series Mastering Civil Jury Trials.
 

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Individual session price (plus GST): 
$79/TLABC member
$30/TLABC member: law/articling student/paralegal
$209/Non-member