Program Co-Directors
Professor Garry D. Watson, QC
Osgoode Hall Law School, York University
Trevor C.W. Farrow
Professor and Associate Dean (Research and Institutional Relations), Osgoode Hall Law School, Chair of the Canadian Forum on Civil Justice; Founding Academic Director of the Winkler Institute for Dispute Resolution
Eligible for
Canada’s preeminent trial advocacy skills program.
This one-of-a-kind practical learning experience brings together an exceptional group of over 100 advocacy skills training experts and guest speakers, all of whom are active members of Bench and Bar.
Watch this video below for an inside look at ITAW:
Over six intensive days, in our unique learn-by-doing format, you will have an opportunity to develop and refine your advocacy skills in a safe learning environment that will provide extensive opportunity for individualized feedback and practice.
The program culminates with the opportunity for you to apply your skills acting as counsel in a mock trial. The trials are presided over by judges (or experienced practitioners), who will provide you with feedback on your performance.
ITAW is a truly exceptional opportunity to invest in yourself and your advocacy skills.
Our award-winning program sells out early each year. Reserve your place now.
Space is strictly limited to ensure full engagement in a small group setting.
What You’ll Learn
Participate in learn-by-doing exercises of essential trial skills
Learn through individualized feedback based on live critique and video-captured review of performances
Get tips from a panel of judges on what works and what doesn’t
Lead a full day simulated trial in a safe environment
Two Learning Options: Online-live OR In-person*
- In-person (Chelsea Hotel, 33 Gerrard Street West, Toronto) OR
- Online (Live)
Who Should Attend
Lawyers with 2-5 years of practice experience but have limited trial experience
Ani Mamikon
Department of Justice
“The title of the course doesn’t lie. This is an INTENSE program. However, it is one of the best hands-on learning experiences that I had the opportunity to be exposed to early on in my career. The learning opportunities in the course are unparalleled. Not only are you learning from skilled and experienced advocates, but you are also meeting your colleagues and learning from them as well. Overall, this course gets an A+ from me.”
Faculty
Program Director
Trevor C.W. Farrow
Professor and Associate Dean (Research and Institutional Relations), Osgoode Hall Law School, Chair of the Canadian Forum on Civil Justice; Founding Academic Director of the Winkler Institute for Dispute Resolution
Program Director Emeritus
Professor Garry D. Watson, QC
Osgoode Hall Law School, York University
Past Faculty Included:
The Hon. Justice Patrice F. Band
Ontario Court of Justice
The Hon. Justice Steve Coroza
Ontario Court of Appeal
The Hon. Justice Rachel Grinberg
Ontario Court of Justice
The Hon. Justice Rita Maxwell
Superior Court of Justice
The Hon. Justice Shaun Nakatsuru
Superior Court of Justice
The Hon. Justice Moiz Rahman
Superio Court of Justice
Sona Advani
Ministry of the Attorney General
Frank M.K. Au
Ministry of the Attorney General, Crown Law Office – Criminal
Sandra Barton
Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP
Sheila R. Block
Torys LLP
Julie K. Hannaford
J K Hannaford Barristers
Lisa Henderson
Provincial Crown Coordinator, Provincial Strategy to Combat Internet Crimes Against Children, Criminal Law Division – Ministry of the Attorney General (Ontario)
Monique Jilesen
Lenczner Slaght Royce Smith Griffin LLP
Kenneth E. Jull
Gardiner Roberts LLP
Chris G. Paliare
Paliare Roland Rosenberg Rothstein LLP
Luisa Ritacca
Stockwoods LLP
Jonathan Rosenthal
Barrister and Solicitor
Melvyn L. Solmon
Solmon Rothbart Goodman LLP
Michael S.F. Watson
Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP
Register
Jul 10-15, 2023
Registration for the In-Person option is now sold out. Please register to join the Waitlist.
Jul 10-15, 2023
Registration for the Online (Live) option is now sold out. Please register to join the Waitlist.
$4,595 + TAX
Time
9:00 a.m – 5:30 p.m (ET)
Printable Registration Form
If a downloadable form is required, please contact osgoodepd@osgoode.yorku.ca.
“Do you offer financial assistance?”
As law evolves, we know how important it is to stay up to date. We also know understand the financial implications of continuously upgrading your professional skills and knowledge. See grants available to help offset the cost.
Fellowships for the 44th Annual Intensive Trial Advocacy Workshop
Fellowships are available to lawyers who could not otherwise attend ITAW due to financial constraints, and provide full tuition for the program.
To apply for either fellowship:
THE Application deadline is April 20, 2023.
Send a CV, a persuasive cover letter and a copy of your previous year’s tax return to:
Osgoode Professional Development
Attn: Gail Geronimo, Program Lawyer
By email to financialaid-opd@osgoode.yorku.ca
To ensure fairness to all applicants, please note that applications will not be reviewed until after the deadline date has passed. Successful applicants will be notified one to two weeks following the deadline date.
Christopher A. Guerreiro
Norton Rose Fulbright Canada LLP
“ITAW brings together a community of litigators from every corner of our bar to share in honing the craft of oral advocacy. It was a privilege to spend a week learning with such a diverse, accomplished, and dedicated group of professionals. Create an opportunity to immerse yourself in this experience: you won’t regret it.”
Deeper Learning Opportunities
LLMs
Are you a law graduate or an executive/senior professional with at least 5 years of specialized experience? Consider a full-time or part-time LLM degree.
Part-time LLMs Full-time LLMsThe Osgoode Certificate
Stay competitive with deep dives into the most critical issues in law. Taught by leading experts and designed for flexible learning, choose from multi-day programs or take courses at your own pace to build towards a certificate.
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Do you have an LLB/JD? Consider taking a single LLM course for deeper learning in a specific area of practice – all credits will apply towards a Professional LLM.
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Client and Technical Support
Have questions? Get advice in person, by email or over the phone.
Program content questions
Gail Geronimo, Program Lawyer
ggeronimo@osgoode.yorku.ca
Registration questions
Technical support
Online Technical Requirements
To ensure you do not encounter any issues that will impact or limit your learning experience, please review the following information.