Students will be assessed on a range of practical exercises completed in a Moot Court environment over the full duration of the subject. Marks will be allocated to each appearance with the bulk allocated to a final submission presentation on the final weekend. This assessment item is designed and evaluated in accordance with Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 9 requirements.

Exam - This assessment item is designed and evaluated in accordance with Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 9 requirements

Advocacy and Criminal Sentencing

LA4039 - Advocacy and Criminal Sentencing

The subject covers two discrete but related topics: the principles and practice of courtroom advocacy and an in-depth examination of the legislation and authorities governing the sentencing process. Practical consideration of the bail application process are also covered. Students are introduced to the different styles and approaches that can be applied to best present a client&#39;s case in both civil and criminal appearances across a range of courts and will have the opportunity to practise the skills taught in a practical setting.

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[Pre-requisite] Students must have completed 24 credit points from any LA5 (including LA5011, LA5012 AND LA5014) or LA5 subjects. This equates to 8 subjects in total.

[Pre-requisite] Students must have completed 24 credit points from any LA5 (including LA5011, LA5012 AND LA5014) or LA5 subjects. This equates to 8 subjects in total. Offerings: All

101004 Juris Doctor Offerings: All

LA5025 - Advocacy and Criminal Sentencing 

Advocacy and Criminal Sentencing 

Examine, apply and critically evaluate the bail application process 

Evaluate and apply the legislation and authorities that govern the sentencing process 

Demonstrate an advanced understanding of and the skilled ability to apply the different styles and approaches to advocacy in a court setting 

Critically examine and apply the different styles and approaches that can be used to best present material in civil and criminal appearances in a court of law 