Trial Process Overview

Trial Process Overview

Here is what is likely to happen at trial:

  1. Opening statements (the Claimant/Applicant goes first)
  2. The Claimant calls witness and presents evidence 
    • Respondent is given a chance to question these witnesses
  3. The Respondent calls witness and presents evidence 
    • Claimant is given a chance to question these witnesses
  4. The Claimant and Respondent make closing statements
  5. The judge makes a decision
Last Reviewed:March, 2024 Reviewed by:JES