ONLINE MEETING: Effectively Presenting Evidence of Family Violence
This meeting is being hosted by the Family Law - Vancouver Section.
| Speakers: |
Erin Brook, Barrister and Solicitor, Brook Law |
| Time: |
Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 12:30pm - 2:00pm (PT) |
| CPD Hours: |
1.50 hour |
Synopsis
Evidence of family violence, especially non-physical violence such as patterns of emotional abuse or coercive and controlling behaviours, can be challenging to convey effectively in a courtroom. Erin Brook discusses barriers to proving the nature and impact of family violence and strategies for addressing difficult evidentiary issues in family violence cases.
Territorial Acknowledgement
This event will be broadcast from the traditional and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples, including Tsleil-Waututh, Squamish and Musqueam First Nations. We encourage members to explore the rich history and knowledge of Indigenous people, and to continue learning about their experience in Canada past and present.
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