What is a Moot Court?

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In a Moot Court participants take part in simulated court or arbitration proceedings, including participating in oral argument and drafting of any required legal documents. This serves as an opportunity for participants to hone their public speaking and debating skills, whilst also putting what is learnt within their studies into practice!

What to Expect?

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The Junior Chamber of Advocates holds two Moot Courts annually. The first one is held around November, and although it is usually a Family Law Moot Court, this year JCA plans on shaking things up! The second Moot Court of the year is held during the month of March, which would be a Trial by Jury.

Students are encouraged to participate as lawyers in the Moot Court, however, JCA also offers an opportunity for students to involve themselves in the workings of the Moot Court by forming part of the Sub-Committee. During the March Trial by Jury students may also participate as a juror and decide the accused’s verdict!

Upcoming Moot Courts

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Past Moot Courts

For this year’s first semester Moot Court, JCA is excited to announce that it will be holding a new and improved Criminal Law Moot Court.

We are thrilled to display unique forms of evidence which enhances the experience of the participants.

Whether you have just started the law course or you find yourself in the final year, participation in this moot court will enrich both the theoretical and practical aspects in criminal law.

The Court sitting is scheduled to take place on the 31st of October, 2025.

Spaces are limited and will be filled up on a first come first serve basis, so apply quickly!

🚨 The JCA Criminal Law Moot Court is BACK! 🚨

A case of neglect, responsibility, and a shocking twist—was it truly negligence, or is there more than what meets the eye? 👀

This is your opportunity to sharpen your advocacy skills and gain tips and tricks from Criminal Law experts themselves, including a real judge who will be presiding over the case. 

👥 Team applications are now open! By signing up, you get access to:

⚖️ Info Session – March 5th

⚖️ Trial by Jury – March 14th

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JCA is thrilled to announce, ‘Corporate Clash, a JCA Commercial Moot Court’, the perfect opportunity to experience litigation within realms of Commercial and Company law! 💼

Each team will be participating in the following sessions:  

⚖️ Info Session – 13th November, 12pm at the KSU-PwC Common Room (UoM)

⚖️ Court Sitting – 22nd November, where teams will present arguments in front of a real judge!

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Introducing Theft Threat 💶 JCA’s annual Trial by Jury Moot Court 🤩👩‍⚖️

Featuring theft, complicity, and sexual relationships with minors… this moot court has a lot to offer!

An information session on the 11th November 2023 where Dr. Alexander Scerri Herrera will be taking the chair as speaker.

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