Advocacy Skills Trainer

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Position Overview

The Advocacy Skills Trainer will be responsible for delivering high-quality, practice-oriented training sessions to law students, young advocates, and legal professionals, focusing on courtroom advocacy, trial practice, and related legal skills. The role demands deep subject expertise, a passion for teaching, and the ability to create a professional, interactive, and results-driven learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Training Delivery

• Conduct engaging and interactive training sessions on topics such as examination-in-chief, cross-examination, oral arguments, bail applications, drafting pleadings, and client interviewing.
• Demonstrate practical advocacy techniques through simulations, mock trials, and role-plays.
• Adapt teaching methodologies to suit participants of varying experience levels.

2. Content Development & Customization

• Develop and update training materials, case studies, and exercises aligned with programme objectives.
• Incorporate current legal developments, landmark judgments, and procedural updates into training modules.

3. Mentoring & Feedback

• Provide one-on-one coaching and constructive feedback to participants to improve their advocacy style, courtroom etiquette, and legal reasoning.
• Identify strengths and areas of improvement for each participant.

4. Assessment & Evaluation

• Design assessment tools to evaluate participant performance and progress.
• Maintain training records, feedback reports, and performance data for continuous improvement.

5. Collaboration & Continuous Learning

• Collaborate with the Academic Head and Content Development Team to refine programme structure.
• Stay updated on emerging trends in advocacy, litigation strategies, and judicial procedures.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Education:

• LL.B. (mandatory) and preferably LL.M. in Litigation/Advocacy/Criminal or Civil Procedure.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of active litigation experience in trial courts or higher judiciary.
• Proven track record in courtroom appearances and advocacy work.
• Prior experience as a trainer, law school faculty, or workshop facilitator preferred.

Skills:

• Strong verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to simplify complex legal procedures into practical, teachable steps.
• Skilled in motivating and inspiring participants.
• Excellent command over courtroom etiquette and persuasive argumentation.

Key Competencies

• Practical Expertise:

  Hands-on litigation experience and deep procedural knowledge.

• Teaching Excellence:

  Ability to engage, inspire, and deliver measurable learning outcomes.

• Adaptability:

  Flexible in teaching style to suit varied participant needs.

• Professionalism:

  Upholds high ethical standards and professionalism in and outside the classroom.

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