This module is designed to equip participants with an understanding of the steps involved in commencing an action. The course will cover the following topics: 

• Developing a preliminary case theory 
• Letters before the commencement of litigation 
• Offers of amicable resolution
• Originating claims vs. originating applications
• Pleadings
• Service of process in Singapore and outside Singapore
• Challenging jurisdiction

Participants will have the opportunity to engage in the following hands-on activities, with feedback given by trainers:  

• Case theory and strategy
• Pleadings
• Mock jurisdiction challenge

This module is designed to familiarise participants with the procedural, written, oral, ethical, substantive and advocacy aspects of appeals. The course will cover the following topics: 

• Starting an appeal
• Applications for permission and other procedural steps
• Appeals to the Appellate Division vs. appeals to the Court of Appeal
• Ethical issues
• Adducing fresh evidence
• Standards of review
• Appellate remedies
• Preparation and delivery of oral submissions

Participants will also have the opportunity to engage in the following hands-on activities, with feedback given by trainers:  

• Permission to appeal
• Mock appeal oral submissions