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BISZ Mock Trial

Learn courtroom procedure, legal reasoning, and public speaking.

Why Mock Trial ?

Our club is dedicated to introducing students to mock trial, where members develop skills in public speaking, critical thinking, legal analysis, and teamwork through simulated courtroom competitions. The club exists to create a supportive yet competitive environment where students can learn how to build cases, deliver arguments, question witnesses, and think quickly under pressure. Through practices, scrimmages, and tournaments, members will gain confidence, leadership experience, and a deeper understanding of law, collaboration, and effective communication. Whether students are interested in law, debate, acting, or simply having fun, the club provides a place to grow both academically and personally.

Members take on attorney or witness roles, developing skills in argumentation, examination, and performance. The club prepares students for national and international competitions, providing guidance and practice opportunities to represent the school at tournaments.

It's a team sport in an academic setting – inclusive, challenging, and rewarding.

G9-G12

grades
2 leaders

100 RMB/Student/Year

no cost

“Mock trial teaches you to think on your feet and speak with confidence.”

— Vicky & Peter, co-leads

Club details

When

Tuesday 4:30-5:30 PM

Grades

G9-G12

Cost

100 RMB/Student/Year

Club ID

academic.mock_trial

Leaders & advisor

Vicky

Student Leader

Peter

Student Leader

John Borja

Club Advisor

What We Teach

Opening Statements

Persuasive storytelling

Direct Examination

Building your case

Cross Examination

Challenging witnesses

Objections

Rules of evidence

Closing Arguments

Final persuasion

Witness Performance

Acting and timing

Learning Resources

Mock Trial Strategies

Complete guide for coaches and students – lesson plans, templates, tips

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University Programs

See how Cornell, TCNJ, and ASU run their teams

Cornell TCNJ

Rules & Guides

Georgia Mock Trial rules and competition materials

Learn more

External resources for reference – explore and prepare for competition!

Thanks! Join us Monday at 4:30 PM.