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* Use simple words; do not use “legalese”. | * Use simple words; do not use “legalese”. | ||
* Do not speak directly with opposing parties. Make submissions only to the judge and have them ask questions to the opposing party. | * Do not speak directly with opposing parties. Make submissions only to the judge and have them ask questions to the opposing party. | ||
* Never call witnesses by their given name. Use Mr., Ms., Miss, | * Never call witnesses by their given name. Use Mr., Ms., Miss, Mrs., or their preferred title followed by their last name. | ||
* A judge of the Provincial Court is referred to as “Your Honour” and the clerk is referred to as “Madame Clerk” or “Mister Clerk”. When referring to another party, use Mr., Ms., Miss, or Mrs. followed by their last name or refer to them according to their status in the claim (e.g., the defendant). | * A judge of the Provincial Court is referred to as “Your Honour” and the clerk is referred to as “Madame Clerk” or “Mister Clerk”. When referring to another party, use Mr., Ms., Miss, or Mrs. followed by their last name or refer to them according to their status in the claim (e.g., the defendant). | ||
* Generally you should limit objections to issues that are of central importance to your case. If you have an objection, stand up quickly and say “objection”. The judge will acknowledge you and may ask for the reason you are objecting. | * Generally you should limit objections to issues that are of central importance to your case. If you have an objection, stand up quickly and say “objection”. The judge will acknowledge you and may ask for the reason you are objecting. | ||
=== 2. Court Room Layout === | === 2. Court Room Layout === | ||
