Strategies for Effective Witness Interviews
- 01:30 PM Mountain Time
Effective workplace investigations depend on getting the right information from the right people.
Conducting witness interviews is a critical part of the workplace investigation process. From determining who needs to be interviewed and preparing for those conversations to managing difficult witnesses and assessing credibility, HR professionals need a thoughtful and practical approach.
The McLennan Ross Workplace Investigations team regularly advises employers on workplace investigations and the challenges that can arise throughout the investigation process.
In this practical webinar, Vicki Giles, Anthony Espejo, and Lauren Peebles will guide participants through the full lifecycle of the witness interview process, from identifying and prioritizing witnesses through preparation, execution and credibility assessment. The session will focus on actionable techniques and real-world examples, with the goal of incorporating interactive exercises that allow participants to explore and apply key skills.
Participants will leave with a framework for planning witness interviews, along with questioning techniques and strategies for managing difficult interviews that they can apply within their organizations.
Topics covered in this webinar include:
- Who to interview
- Preparing for witness interviews
- Hostile witnesses
- Missing witnesses
- Assessing credibility
Who Should Attend: This webinar is designed for Human Resources professionals involved in conducting or managing witness interviews as part of workplace investigations.
Date: Tuesday, December 8, 2026
Time: 12 PM – 1:30 PM
Cost: $195 + GST per person
This webinar is the second session in our four-part Workplace Investigations Webinar Series.
Please reach out to our team at marketingteam@mross.com with any questions.
This webinar is the first session of our Workplace Investigation Webinar Series, a four-part webinar series focused on providing practical guidance throughout the workplace investigation process.
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