Members
The North Carolina Advocates for Justice High School Mock Trial Competition is a state-wide educational program that provides an opportunity for students to learn about the U.S. legal system from legal professionals. In mock trials at courthouses across the state, students take on the roles of attorneys, witnesses, bailiffs, courtroom artists and journalists, creating a lively and realistic courtroom drama. As part of this interactive learning experience, local attorneys volunteer to work alongside teacher coaches, advising student teams as they prepare for competition. No outside research is necessary because all case materials and rules of evidence are provided. Regional competitions take place on a Saturday in 8 cities throughout NC. This hands-on approach is a fun and effective way for students to learn about the judicial process and the fundamental importance of the jury system. High schools, teen courts, youth groups and home school groups are welcome to participate in this program.
| Introduction | Easy Steps to Starting a Team |
Teacher Training Video |
| In-depth Guide |
2010-11 Competition Schedule |
2010-11 Team Registration Form* |
*Teams using a credit card for payment can register online here.
MOCK TRIAL NEWSLETTERS
July 2009; August 2009 (click here for full piece by Jeff Kosowsky); September 2009 ; October 2009; November 2009 ; December 2009
(click here to read full policy of accommodation as adopted by the National HS Mock Trial Championship);
January 2010; March 2010; April 2010; May 2010; July 2010
We thank all our mock trial site sponsors! For details click here. Do you want our 10 minute promotional DVD to share with school administrators or students? Contact Liz for a free copy.
The program congratulates all teams on their performance on February 20! Click here for a list of regional winners and State Finalist qualifiers. On March 20, the 2010 State Finals Competition was held in Raleigh. Congratulations State Champions Gray Stone Day School and Runner Up Raleigh Charter High School (Silver team) for their stellar Final Round performance! Gray Stone Day School won the championship and competed at the National High School Mock Trial Championship competition in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, May 6-9, 2010, hosted by the Pennsylvania Bar Foundation. Click here for Team Rankings for State Finals!
Have questions? Contact:
Program Director Laura Bligh: lbbecker_1@yahoo.com)
Rebecca Britton (910-864-6888, rebecca.britton@hsbfirm.com)
Liz Avery-Jones (919-835-2808, liz@ncaj.com)
