National Trial Team

Catalog description

Competition involving several rounds of mock trials where teams compete against teams from other law schools. Participants prepare and conduct pretrial motions, opening statements, direct and cross examinations, and closing arguments. Preparation and competitions focus on evidentiary issues, theory, theme, strategy, and every aspect of a jury trial. Member of the National Trial Team receive in-depth feedback on advocacy skills from well-regarded and experienced practitioners - attorneys and judges - and develop numerous lawyering skills, such as problem solving, questioning, influencing and advocating, speaking, strategic planning, creativity, diligence, and practical judgment.