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CPD training

Understanding mental health is increasingly important for legal professionals. MLUK offers continuing professional development (CPD) training and seminars designed to enhance knowledge of psychiatric and psychological issues in legal contexts. Our sessions are delivered by practising clinicians who combine academic expertise with real world ‑ experience.

Our training

We provide bespoke and in‑house CPD programmes for solicitors and barristers. Each course is designed to be practical, relevant and immediately applicable.

Psychiatric defences

Deep dives into diminished responsibility, insanity and automatism from a psychiatric perspective. Participants learn the legal tests and how expert evidence can support or challenge these defences.

Mental Capacity Act 2005

A detailed exploration of the Act’s provisions, with practical exercises on capacity assessments and best interests decisions.

Report writing and court skills

Our “expert witness report writing course” teaches best practices for instructing experts, understanding reports and preparing questions for cross-examination. We also offer training on court presentation skills.

Trauma, drug and alcohol expert testimony

Training on recognising trauma and PTSD, assessing the impact of drug or alcohol misuse and understanding the role of specialised drug and alcohol expert witnesses.

Domestic violence and sexual abuse

Exploring the medico‑legal implications of domestic violence cases and the role of psychological experts.

Interviewing vulnerable clients

Techniques for obtaining accurate information while safeguarding clients’ well‑being.  We cover cultural sensitivity, working with interpreters and managing emotional distress.

Our approach

Our training can be delivered at your offices, online or at our premises. Sessions include interactive case studies, group discussions and Q&A to ensure learning is practical and engaging. We also provide follow-up materials and resources.

Benefits of our training

Practical insight

Learn directly from clinicians who work with courts and understand real world‑ challenges. 

Bespoke content

Programmes are tailored to your organisation’s needs and areas of practice. We can include specialist modules on psychiatric defences, mental capacity, drug and alcohol misuse or domestic violence, depending on your requirements.

Expert witness skills

Our courses on report writing and court skills equip solicitors with the knowledge to instruct experts effectively and cross-examine them with confidence.

CPD accreditation

Our courses can be recognised for CPD purposes, helping participants meet their professional requirements.

Flexible delivery

Sessions are available in person or online to suit your schedule and can be delivered at your offices or ours.

Get in touch

To enquire about CPD training or to book a seminar, email training@ml-uk.co.uk or call 0800 689 0846.