AMICUS DEATH PENALTY TRAINING AUTUMN 2026
Weekend 1: 30th October - 1st November 2026 | Weekend 2: 14th - 15th November 2026
Amicus runs a comprehensive bi-annual training programme in US capital defence law and procedure, legal research, evidence and professional conduct. The training takes place over two weekends: the first consists of theoretical training and the second is practical training.
The training is compulsory for anyone wanting to undertake an Amicus placement in the US, equipping you to be of maximum use to an office immediately on arrival. All US placement applicants must have completed training within two years prior to applying.
Training is also encouraged for UK-based volunteer caseworkers, future US volunteers not affiliated with Amicus and for anyone interested in human rights and/or the use of capital punishment in the US!
The training programme is accredited by 21 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points/hours with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and the Bar Standards Board (BSB).
Online and in person at City St. George's University of London, Bayes Business School Building, 33 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AG
Please note that in-person attendance is required for anyone wishing to undertake a US placement.
Bookings now open - scroll down to get your tickets
Please note that booking confirmation emails are not automatic, please allow 3 working days for your confirmation email.
Our Autumn 2026 Speakers will include:
Dr Sarah Cooper
Professor, Birmingham City University
Nikki Walsh
Associate Dean, City University, London
George Grammer-Taylor
Solicitor, VWV
Hannah Gorman
Lawyer, Florida Center for Capital Representation, Miami
Shayla J Galloway
Lawyer, Metro Capital Defender, Atlanta
Christy Dickerson
Mitigation Investigator, Capital Habeus Unit Federal District of Middle Florida, Tampa, Florida
Jessica Purchase
Barrister, St John's Building
Prof. Jon Yorke
Professor, Birmingham City University
Dr Alice Storey
Professor, Birmingham City University
Prof. Raoul Schonemann
Clinical Professor, University of Texas at Austin
Russell Stetler
National Mitigation Co-ordinator
Claire Butler
International Human Rights Lawyer
Anna Draper
Barrister, QEB Hollis Whiteman
Maddie Steele
Barrister, Unity Street Chambers
As an example, our programme for the Autumn 2024 Amicus Training can be found here.
Please note times are not yet finalised and may change. If you have any questions, please email admin@amicus-alj.org.
TICKETS
Please note that any bookings made after 30th October 2026 will be for Spring Training 2027
Tickets are subject to increase next year
Training for Members
Please note that members are those who are already signed up to Amicus and have paid membership fee. For non-member tickets, or tickets including membership, please scroll down.