Conducting witness interviews is among one of the most important skills a paralegal possesses. One must obtain information and be able to investigate aspects of legal matters in many types of civil and criminal cases. In order to supply the most relevant information, a paralegal will commonly seek and interview witnesses or critical leads.
Your skill as an interviewer could mean the difference between winning and losing the case for your firm. Be sure you know what to do and have all the tools to succeed.
What You'll Learn
- How to plan the interview through research and defining your goals
- Interviewing skills
- The essential elements of a witness interview
- Do's and don'ts in conducting the interview
- What to do after the interview
- And much more!
Who Will Benefit
Paralegals or other legal professionals who want to learn how to conduct witness interviews will benefit from this training.