External Competitions
Learning to advocate by advocating
Our most dedicated advocates earn spots on external competition teams, representing the law school across the country and around the globe. Students compete in regional, national, and international tournaments—including mock trial, moot court, and arbitration—gaining invaluable experience and recognition. Our teams have brought home a national championship, a national runner-up finish, and multiple Best Advocate awards. Tryouts are highly competitive, reflecting the prestige and success of these teams.
FAQs
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There is no date certain for team selections. The goal is to post selections the week of April 21, but there is no guarantee. Teams will be posted on the Board of Advocates website.
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No, the coaches and Director of Advocacy Competitions make team and competition selections. This decision includes numerous factors, such as application responses, balancing of strengths and weaknesses, and availability. The application does permit students to note if they are interested in a particular competition or subject matter.
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Not in the same semester. You will select your first choice in your application. The coaches will decide the best placement based upon your application and tryout.
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Yes, please do! Each semester poses a different number of available spots. There may be more spots available one semester than another. Additionally, some people are very talented but do not receive a team placement because we did not have a competition or team suited to them one semester, but would have a more suitable placement another semester.
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If you previously competed on an external team, you may choose to submit your prior performance in lieu of a tryout. This comes with a risk as you are judged against in-person tryouts. You must still submit an application.
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Yes.