The competition is open to students enrolled in Client Counseling I. Students compete in teams of two. The team conducts simulated interviews of clients and is judged by a panel of two lawyers and one non-legal counselor. Trial Advocacy I, Trial Advocacy II, and a chance to demonstrate skills in a mock trial competition. Students experience all aspects of a trial from the pleading through discovery, jury instructions, witness preparation, trial, verdict, and post-trial motions and formulation of appeals. Full-time faculty members who oversee classes of six to eight coordinate the program.
Classes consist of lectures, demonstrations, and trial-skills exercises.
Full trials are held in the courtroom and conducted before judges and juries. The School of Law sponsors two teams who conduct a simulated trial and compete in the regional competition. Student organizations play a vital role in meeting the many special interests of the student body. Programs and publications sponsored by these organizations provide great volunteer, educational opportunities. Below is a list of student organizations available.