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Arrive on time. Even better, arrive early  \n2. Approach registrar and find your matter(s) on the matter list and keep track of your matter number(s)  \n3. Introduce yourself to opposing counsel  \n4. Fill out counsel slips, available from registrar, for each matter you are appearing for  \n5. Take a seat at counsel table or gallery  \n6. Wait until your matter is called  \nWHAT TO DO WHEN IT’S YOUR TURN  \n1. When called, approach the podium or front-most counsel table  \n2. Moving party/plaintiff typically goes first  \n3. Identify yourself and the party(ies) you represent. Spell your last name  \n4. Make submissions  \n5. One speaker at a time: Stand when making submissions, sit when not. If opposing counsel begins to speak, sit down  \n6. Stand and bow when Judge entersand leaves  \nWhat to wear  \nGOWN  \nWhen you attend a trial, motion, or appeal at Superior Court, Court of Appeal, Federal Court, and Supreme Court, in-person and virtually.  \nGowning tips  \nThe gown includes waistcoat, barrister’s robe, winged collar shirt, tabs, black or charcoal pants/skirt (traditionally with nylons) black shoes. Change into gown in the washroom/ locker room. Do not change while in court. When out of court, remove gown.  \nThe gown is a uniform, not a fashion statement. No accoutrements. Shirt tucked in. Waistcoast buttoned up.  \nPregnant or other circumstances? Modify as you see fit, see practice direction.  \nSUIT  \nWhen you attend trial scheduling (assignment) court, case conference, settlement conference, trial management conference, pre-trial (can vary: check region-specific practice direction), the Ontario Court of Justice, and small claims court.  \nSuiting tips  \nTraditional business attire, in-person and virtually. Keep your suit jacket/blazer on, shirt tucked in and buttoned up, and tie on.  \n| \u003Cbr>Court tips\u003Cbr>TIPS FOR MOTIONS\u003Cbr>• Confirmation of Motion form – First thing Judge seesand relies on\u003Cbr>• Bring all materials before the court, including a draft Order and a draft Costs Outline\u003Cbr>• If the motion is resolved, provide Judge with draft order to sign and return to you. Then file with Registrar (Don’t forget to obtain copy of signed order for your own file.)\u003Cbr>COURTROOM DECORUM\u003Cbr>• During opposing counsel’s submissions, stay seated. Do not interrupt. You can reply when it’s your turn\u003Cbr>• Keep a poker face when you disagree with a submission\u003Cbr>• Do not address witnesses by first name. Use formal name, unless witness says otherwise\u003Cbr>• Do not eat in the courtroom\u003Cbr>• Turn off cell phones, ringers and notifications\u003Cbr>• Do not socialize and laugh with colleagues in the gallery during a hearing\u003Cbr>Treat everybody professionally.\u003Cbr>Court staff are eyes and ears of the Judge. | HOW TO MAKE AN OBJECTION DURING WITNESS TESTIMONY\u003Cbr>1. Stand up immediately\u003Cbr>2. Say “Objection, Your Honour”\u003Cbr>3. Explain what you are objecting to\u003Cbr>4. Explain the basis of your objection\u003Cbr>TERMS OF ART\u003Cbr>“My friend” = Opposing counsel“Your Honour” = Judge, Associate Judge“I submit” = I argue that…\u003Cbr>“Good morning/afternoon, Your Honour” = A nice way to start your submission\u003Cbr>“Thank you” = A nice way ","cbCaicrV3XTMdSY6","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaicrV3XTMdSY6","pdf",1414499,"English","# The First Timer’s Going to Court\n## Prisoner’s Box, Podium, Gallery, and Entrances/Exits\n## Registrar and Judge’s Bench\n## Witness Box and Jury Box\n## Counsel Table Roles\n## What to Do When Entering the Courtroom\n## What to Do When It’s Your Turn\n## What to Wear\n## Court Tips and Tips for Motions\n## Courtroom Decorum\n## How to Make an Objection During Witness Testimony\n## Terms of Art\n## Claims Prevention Tips","[{\"question\":\"What should a new attendee do when entering the courtroom?\",\"answer\":\"Arrive on time (preferably early), approach the registrar to find the matter on the list, introduce yourself to opposing counsel, fill out counsel slips for each matter, then take a seat and wait until your matter is called.\"},{\"question\":\"Who should receive documents, and can you hand documents directly to the judge?\",\"answer\":\"Hand documents for the judge to the registrar. 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