How to Write a Closing Argument in Mock Trial ⏤ 3 Steps for Writing Great Closings
Giving a closing argument is the last thing you'll do in a mock trial round, and it's crucial that you make it really powerful--there's no better way to put a bow on your case! If you combine these ti...
17 Maj 20239min
Double-Siding Tips for Attorneys and Witnesses ⏤ How to Perform Well in Two Different Roles
If you're really good at mock trial, chances are your coach will want you to have a role on both sides of the case⏤plaintiff/prosecution and defense. Double-siding is really exciting, but it's also a ...
10 Maj 20238min
Tips for Mock Trial Witnesses on Direct Examination | How to Prepare, Stand Out, & Score Well
Direct examination is your chance to stand out and steal the show as a witness, so it's really important that you take advantage of the opportunity and get it right. In this episode, we'll go over thr...
3 Maj 202310min
How to Start Closing Arguments in Mock Trial — The Best Tip for Closing Arguments
Closing arguments are your final opportunity to make a good impression on the jury in mock trial, so it’s crucial that you deliver them powerfully every single time. In this video, I’ll share my favor...
26 Apr 20239min
How to Handle Scripting in Mock Trial ⏤ Should Attorneys Use a Script?
A lot of mock trial competitors wonder whether it's a good idea to be scripted during mock trial competitions. So, should you prepare and memorize a script as an attorney? The answer...is complicated....
19 Apr 202310min
How to Control a Witness During Cross-Examination in Mock Trial
Success in mock trial comes down to how well you control the courtroom, and a big part of that, as an attorney, is keeping witnesses in check during cross-examination. So, in this episode, we'll take ...
12 Apr 20239min
What it Takes to Win a National Championship in Mock Trial | Mock Trial Masterclass Podcast
What does it take to win a national championship in mock trial? It all comes down to character. In this month's episode of the Mock Trial Masterclass Podcast, we'll walk through the four qualities tha...
7 Apr 202341min
How to Impeach a Witness — Tips for Impeachments in Mock Trial
Impeachments are a huge opportunity to score big-time points in mock trial, so it's really important to do them right. In this episode, we're going to talk about how you can do just that. I'll share w...
6 Apr 202312min
