aptpuo - january 2025 - cml4111 jb - Ottawa, Canada - University of Ottawa
Description
Description
:The Trial of a Murder is a course which offers students the opportunity to prosecute or defend a hypothetical murder trial from bail hearing to sentencing. The entire class will be working from the same set of facts (ie "the file"). Students will work in teams of four (two Crowns and two defence). Each team of four will have a dedicated practicing criminal lawyer acting as a consultant and guide. Each team of four will have two assignments to complete over the course of the semester – the assignments will involve both written and oral components.This course aims to teach students about the criminal trial process through the lens of a single charge proceeding through the system from start to finish. It is a unique learning opportunity taught from the perspective of the practitioner and incorporating essential litigation skills in both written and oral advocacy.
Posting limited to:
Professeur à temps-partiel régulier / Regular Part-Time ProfessorDate Posted:
April 15, 2024Closing Date:
May 15, 2024Note : Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above
Expected Enrolment:
24Approval date:
April 15, 2024Number of credits:
3Work Hours:
39Course type:
BPosting type:
Régulier / RegularLanguage of instruction:
Anglais | EnglishCompetence in second language:
PassiveCourse Schedule:
- - - Monday – Friday 19:00 to 21:50Requirements:
The Common Law Section is seeking candidates who are leaders in the legal profession. An LL.B., J.D., or equivalent is required for this position. Membership in the Law Society of Ontario (or equivalent) in good standing is also required. The successful candidate will have significant practical experience in the area ofCanadian criminal law as well as written and oral advocacy. Prior teaching experience will be considered an asset.
An acceptable level of education and/or experience could be viewed as being equivalent to the educational required and/or demonstrated experience.