Materials comprised of a Paper and PowerPoint Handout. 

Presenters:

Martin Smith, Partner, Gilbert Walker

Garry Williams, Barrister, Richmond Chambers

Synopsis:

It has become fashionable in some quarters to regard the pleadings as being of little importance. This view is often voiced in the suggestion that the exchange of briefs of evidence before trial will cure any lack of particularity in the pleadings. 

Such a view is misguided.

Pleadings that are properly drawn and particularised are an essential road map for the Court and the parties.

They are documents against which the briefs of evidence are or should be prepared.

They are the documents that establish the parameters of the case, not the briefs of evidence.

Intended Audience:

Litigators up to intermediate level and those more senior seeking a refresher. General practitioners who do some litigation work will also benefit from attending.