Mock Trial team


Ã山ǿ¼é's Mock Trial Team offers students a platform to engage in simulated courtroom experiences, enhancing their public speaking, legal reasoning and teamwork skills.
 

What is Mock Trial?

Mock Trial is a dynamic, hands-on experience that allows students to step into the roles of attorneys and witnesses as they argue cases in simulated courtroom trials. Participants develop critical thinking, public speaking, and teamwork skills while competing against other universities in the competitions.


Students take on the lawyer (defense and plaintiff/prosecution) and witness roles. Ã山ǿ¼é's team — which was established in January 2021 and competed in its first AMTA-sanctioned season in 2022-2023 — travels to other universities to compete in invitational tournaments, eventually competing in the in the spring semester.


There is also a 1-credit class associated with Mock Trial that students can take multiple times, earning credit toward the Political Science major or the SEARCH requirements.

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Student Experience

Julia Davis
Testimonial
"We brought a competitive team to our first competition and made many unforgettable memories while we were there." — Julia Davis, Ã山ǿ¼é Mock Trial Team founding member and 2022-23 captain.

 

Why Join Ã山ǿ¼é’s Mock Trial Team?

  • Real-World Experience: Engage in authentic case scenarios that mirror courtroom proceedings.
  • Skill Development: Enhance critical thinking, legal analysis, and public speaking abilities.
  • Networking: Connect with legal professionals, including attorneys and judges, who offer mentorship and guidance.
  • Resume Enhancement: Law schools and employers highly regard Participation in Mock Trial, showcasing dedication and practical experience.

     

Who Can Join?

  • The Mock Trial Team is open to all Ã山ǿ¼é students, regardless of their major or prior experience. Whether you're contemplating law school or seeking a challenging extracurricular activity, the team welcomes you.
  • No prior experience is necessary. The team offers training sessions covering courtroom procedures, case analysis, and trial techniques. For more information or to express interest, contact Nicholas P. Nicoletti, Ph.D., at Nicholas.Nicoletti@Ã山ǿ¼é.edu.

     

Awards and Accolades

Since its inception, the team has made notable strides. At the 2025 AMTA Regional competition, held at Dickinson Law School, Alex Ulses took home an Outstanding Witness Award, and Anthony Ulses won an Outstanding Attorney Award. This was Alex’s second award of the season, winning Outstanding Witness at the previous Red Devil Bowtie tournament, also held at Dickinson Law.

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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