Elements and Performance Criteria
- Gather and organise evidence.
- Applicable provisions of legislative and organisational requirements relevant to the preparation and presentation of evidence are identified and complied with.
- A summary of the case history and other relevant information is gathered and organised.
- Information to be used as evidence is confirmed for reliability and relevance in accordance with organisational procedures.
- Evidence is organised in accordance with evidence management principles.
- Prepare for court proceedings.
- Briefing sessions are held with relevant persons to confirm court arrangements, role and involvement.
- Information to be presented as evidence and negotiation parameters is discussed with relevant persons.
- Briefs of evidence are submitted in a logical sequence appropriate to jurisdictional requirements and comply with the relevant rules of evidence.
- Material to be used or referred to in court proceedings is thoroughly reviewed prior to presentation in court to ensure familiarity, completeness and availability.
- Documentation and exhibits are prepared to ensure their acceptability for use in court in accordance with procedural requirements.
- Present evidence.
- Rules of evidence, procedures and protocols relevant to the jurisdiction involved are observed and adhered to throughout proceedings.
- Personal presentation, manner and language are consistent with court protocols.
- Evidence is admissible and presented in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner and complies with rules of evidence.
- Specialist opinion within own level of qualification and expertise is provided on request in accordance with organisational procedures.
- Outcomes of proceedings and associated documentation and evidence are noted, filed and stored in accordance with legislative requirements.