Bar National Mock Trial Competition 2009/10
10 July 2009
Volunteers Needed! Can You Help?
The Bar National Mock Trial Competition has been running since 1991 and each year involves over 200 schools and nearly 3,000 students from across the UK. Teams of up to 15 students (16 in Scotland), aged between 15 and 18, prepare the prosecution and defence of two specially written criminal cases and take on the roles of lawyers, witnesses, court staff and jurors in a mock trial. Their performances are judged by Circuit Judges, Recorders (Sheriffs in Scotland) and senior barristers/advocates. Each team takes part in regional heats, held in November each year, and the winners of the heats go on to a National Final, held in spring the following year.
I was involved in the Observer Moot many, many years ago. I can’t recommend these competitions enough, they’re a fantastic experience and great fun for all taking part. BG
BG – Agree.. this is a very good thing for the Bar to organise…..
I got to semi-final of Observer years ago with a man who is now a famous Family Silk!
Lol, Charon I was a finalist….and look where it got me
Worry not Bendy Girl… there is still time – you just have to keep going… I have to keep re-inventing myself. T’is fun!
Yes, t’is! Writing suits me far more than law ever did & so far seems much more enjoyable
Mock trial/moot court is really the most hands on legal training out there. It’s great to see so many people involved and loving it. If you want to see a cool cartoon on court presentation check out this link: trialskillslive.squarespace.com
Have fun!