Program Chairs:
Robert B. Bell,
Lerners LLP
Maureen Whelton,
Stevenson Whelton LLP
In litigation, body language can speak louder than words. Effective advocates know how to use their voice and body language to engage and persuade in both the boardroom and the courtroom. Attend this popular program and discover what nonverbal techniques convey credibility and confidence to clients, opposing counsel, and the trier of fact.
You will hear from judges, seasoned advocates and world-renowned body language expert Mark Bowden on powerful non-verbal strategies that work, both in-person and online. Find out how to control the conversation, command attention and convey the right message without saying a word!
Topics Include:
- The Truth and Lies Behind Body Language: How We Really Make Our Nonverbal Judgments
- Powerful Nonverbal Communication in the Courtroom
- Effective Body Language During Examination-in-Chief and Cross-Examination
- Credibility in the Courtroom: Witness Demeanour and More
- Bringing Theory to Life: Practical Scenarios
Registration includes electronic materials, which will be provided prior to the program. Registration also includes access to the live webcast recording for 30 days from the date the link is sent to you.
*Due to current concerns with COVID-19, we will be offering this program fully remotely via webcast only.
Please review the system requirements to view a Zoom webinar here.
Keynote Speaker:
Mark Bowden, TRUTHPLANE®
Mark Bowden is a world-renowned body language expert, keynote speaker, and bestselling author. Voted Global Gurus' #1 Body Language Professional in the world, Mark's unique GesturePlane™ system of nonverbal communication helps audiences maximize the power of using their own body language to stand out, win trust, and gain credibility every time they communicate.
Founder of communication training company TRUTHPLANE®, Mark's live and virtual keynote speeches and training prove invaluable to business leaders and teams from influential companies across the world including Zoom, Shopify, Toyota, KPMG, American Express, the US Army and NATO; and prime ministers of G7 nations. Mark has years of experience training business and political leaders across the globe on how to use their body language both live and over digital media most effectively for superior communication.
Faculty Includes:
The Hon. Justice Steve. A. Coroza, Ontario Court of Appeal
The Hon. Justice James F. Diamond, Superior Court of Justice
The Hon. Justice Michael D. McArthur, Superior Court of Justice
The Hon. Justice Maria Sirivar, Ontario Court of Justice
Antonio Di Domenico, Fasken
Safina Lakhani, Crawley MacKewn, Brush LLP
Anna Marrison, Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
Sudevi Mukherjee-Gothi, Pallett Valo LLP
Tina Yang, Waddell Phillips
9:00 – 9:05
Welcome and Introductory Remarks
9:05 – 9:45
Keynote Presentation: The Truth & Lies Behind Body Language: How We Really Make Our Nonverbal Judgments
Mark Bowden, TRUTHPLANE®
Introduced by: Maureen Whelton, Stevenson Whelton LLP
9:45 –10:15
Powerful Nonverbal Communication in the Courtroom
The Hon. Justice James Diamond, Superior Court of Justice
Sudevi Mukherjee-Gothi, Pallett Valo LLP
Moderator: Robert B. Bell, Lerners LLP
10:15 – 10:50
Demonstration and Commentary: Effective Body Language During Examination-in-Chief and Cross-Examination
The Hon. Justice Steve. A. Coroza, Court of Appeal for Ontario
Mark Bowden, TRUTHPLANE®
Antonio Di Domenico, Fasken
Tina Yang, Waddell Phillips
Moderator: Maureen Whelton, Stevenson Whelton LLP
10:50 – 11:00
Break
11:00 – 11:30
Credibility in the Courtroom: Witness Demeanour and More
The Hon. Justice Maria Sirivar, Ontario Court of Justice
Safina Lakhani, Crawley MacKewn, Brush LLP
Moderator: Robert B. Bell, Lerners LLP
11:30 – 12:00
Bringing Theory to Life: Scenarios
The Hon. Justice Michael McArthur, Superior Court of Justice
Mark Bowden, TRUTHPLANE®
Anna Marrison, Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
Moderator: Maureen Whelton, Stevenson Whelton LLP
12:00
Concluding Remarks
The best CPD program I've ever participated in
"This was the best CPD program I’ve ever participated in. Thank you for organizing such a relevant, dynamic, and interesting program. Really made me think and learn a lot!"
Would most definitely attend again
"Excellent CPD! I would most definitely attend again! And, I would have no hesitation whatsoever recommending this program to anyone interested in advocacy work, regardless of their level of experience! There is so much to be learned on the topic of body language in the context of litigation."
Mark Bowden kept us engaged and amused
"Practical, interesting, and useful. Mark Bowden kept us engaged and amused throughout!"
I'll be a much better lawyer after attending this program
"This was an excellent seminar. I will be applying what I’ve learned to my practice and will be a much better lawyer for it!"
Eligible CPD Hours:
This program contains 0.25 EDI Professionalism hours, 1.25 Professionalism hours and is eligible for up to 1.5 Substantive hours.
This organization has been approved as an Accredited Provider of Professionalism Content by the Law Society of Ontario.
For information on CPD requirements and accreditation across Canada,
please click here.
Register now to take part in what has been described as the best CPD program ever!
Pricing:
TAS Members: *Discounted: $206.25 + Tax | Regular: $275.00 + Tax
Non-members: *Discounted: $281.25 + Tax | Regular: $375.00 + Tax
*The Advocates' Society is pleased to offer a 25% discount on this program for all lawyers who practise as sole practitioners, or in firms smaller than 5 lawyers, and government lawyers (including lawyers who work for legal aid clinics).
Registration includes educational materials, which will be provided prior to the program. Registration also includes access to the live webcast recording for 30 days from the date the link is sent to you.
TAS Members save up to $100 on half-day programs and up to $200 on programs with a skills workshop.
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