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Future Lawyers Compete in Mock Trial
25 March 2022
On Thursday 17 March, the EHS Mock Trials team participated in the annual Independent Schools Mock Trial Event.
The Independent Schools Mock Trial competition is designed to help young people understand how the law touches every aspect of their lives and gain an insight into how the legal system works. Taking part is a fun and engaging experience for students that helps them to think critically, build arguments and boost their confidence. Open to 15-18 year olds at Independent Schools in England, teams are made up of 10-15 students with a team of four barristers, four judges, a clerk, an usher and jury members. Each student is given specific guidelines on how to prepare for their role and presented with a prosecution or defence case.
Guided by Mr Smith, the team of Year 11 and 12 students have been preparing hard with weekly rehearsals taking place since September. The event historically takes place in real courtrooms, with regional heats leading up to a national final. While the event took place on zoom this year, it was still presided over by real courtroom judges who provided excellent feedback to our students.
The event was an excellent opportunity for the girls to display their communication skills in a formal, competitive setting and it was an interesting and enriching experience
for all involved. The students narrowly missed out on the top slot and are more determined than ever to take part again next year. Well done, EHS!
Mock Trials
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