responsibilities of key personnel

Question 1

who are the four main personnel?

Answer 1

judge, jury, parties (plaintiff and defendant), legal practitioner (solicitors and barristers).

Question 2

what is the judge’s overarching role?

Answer 2

the judge acts as the umpire in the civil trial, ensuring court procedures are carried out in accordance with the rules and each party is treated fairly.

Question 3

what are the judge’s key responsibilities?

Answer 3

1. manage the trial, including giving directions to the parties about the conduct of the trial.
2. decide questions of the law in the trial.
3. give directions to the jury (if present)
4. determine liability and remedy (if no jury)

Question 4

what is the jury’s overarching role?

Answer 4

‘decider of facts’, the jury system provides the opportunity for community participation in the legal system.

Question 5

what are the jury’s key responsibilities?

Answer 5

1. be objective.
2. listen to and remember evidence.
3. determine the amount of damages if relevant.

Question 6

what is the overarching role of the parties?

Answer 6

are in control of how they run the case, as long as they comply with their responsibilities and the court’s rules, directions and orders.

Question 7

what are the key responsibilities of parties?

Answer 7

1. to make decisions about the conduct of the case, including claims and defences made, evidence presented, witnesses called, arguments made, etc.
2. comply with their one paramount duty and 10 overarching obligations.

Question 8

what is the overarching role of legal practitioners?

Answer 8

legal experts who prepare and conduct the case on behalf of the parties.

Question 9

what are the key responsibilities of legal practitioners?

Answer 9

1. comply with their one paramount duty and 10 overarching obligations.
2. present the case to the judge or jury. (eg. make opening or closing statements, examine witnesses).