Through our engaging and immersive mock trial summer programs, students learn about the legal process and how to present convincing arguments. Whether they participate in a one-week mock trial camp or our two-week mock trial competition intensive, students will hone skills including delivery, critical thinking, argument construction, and cross-examination.
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One-Week High School Mock TrialOne-Week Middle School Mock Trial
Two-Week Competition Intensive
Program at a Glance
- Grade Level: 6-12
- Duration: 1-2 weeks
- Dates: 6/14 through 8/2
- Format: On-Campus or Online Topics: Case Theory & Strategy, Witness Preparation & Examination, Rules of Evidence & Objections, Opening & Closing Advocacy
Mock Trial Summer Programs for New Students & Experienced Competitors
Mock Trial Programs for Middle & High-School Students: We offer a one-week mock trial camp for rising 6th-8th graders as well as for rising 9th-12th graders. This program exposes students to areas of law, including criminal, constitutional, tort law, and rules of evidence.
Mock Trial Competition Intensive: Designed for students who plan to compete in mock trial during the academic year, this 2-week practicum helps develop cohesive trial theory, master evidentiary objections, and adapt arguments in response to opposing counsel.
Campus Locations
Our mock trial summer camps are held at top-tier universities on both coasts. We also offer online mock trial programs.
Stanford University
UC Berkeley
UCLA
Learning Outcomes
| One-Week Mock Trial | Two-Week Competition Intensive |
|---|---|
| Building Core-Foundational skills | Competition strategy |
| Broad exposure | Deep specialization |
| Low-pressure environment | Tournament-style intensity |
| Ideal for newcomers and returning students | Best for committed competitors |
| Focus on communication growth | Focus on winning cases effectively |
FAQs
Who are the instructors?
Our mock trial summer programs are led by experienced professionals, typically practicing attorneys or coaches with competitive mock trial backgrounds.
What is the difference between the one-week and the two-week program?
The one-week mock trial summer camp is intended for students new to mock trial or students who would like a lower-pressure experience. The two-week mock trial intensive program is ideal for students with prior mock trial experience.
What types of activities happen during mock trial summer camp?
During our one-week mock trial camps for middle and high schoolers, students will experience the American justice system at work through simulated client interviews, professionally critiqued oral arguments, guest speakers, courthouse visits, and at least two mock trials.
Testimonials
Hear what students and families are saying about our mock trial summer programs!
"The court visit was highly encouraging for prospective lawyers. It was exciting to see judicial system in action after learning about it. The lawyers/speakers were also helpful in that they humanized and familiarized the whole process. It was very intense and pushed me to work hard and learn a lot."
–Davis J., Mock Trial participant
"This program was life-changing. I got to meet people from all over the world and work with them in mock trial. This experience has strengthened my passion for law and gave me more knowledge on the subject. And a huge thank you to Education Unlimited for making my experience much better than I expected."
–Daniel D., Mock Trial participant
“This experience encouraged me even more of pursuing my dream of becoming a lawyer one day. The instructors, two great lawyers, were able to share their passion with us by teaching us the most important rules in trials. We got to practice those skills in our very own mock trial."
–Karina S., Mock Trial participant