What is HLSMTA?
Law school teaches students how to read and write about the law, but doesn’t always prepare students to stand up in a courtroom and make an argument. That’s what we learn to do at HLS Mock Trial— if you ever want to persuade judges and juries with words, HLS Mock Trial may be for you.
We compete at tournaments throughout the year and across the country. Students act as attorneys, conduct direct and cross-examinations, and deliver opening and closing statements. Some tournaments require teams to provide their own witnesses. In that event, students will take turns playing both witness and attorney roles.
We have a tradition of success in the (mock) courtroom, competing at and winning some of the best mock trial competitions in the country.
Our leadership and competitors are drawn from throughout the law school. We are dedicated to creating the best program possible!
We are a nationally recognized program that competes across the country each year. We try civil and criminal cases throughout the year.
We hold tryouts each fall, inviting everyone with an interest in trial advocacy. Whether you are a college mock trial veteran or new to the courtroom, we are excited to have you!
