Quinnipiac School of Law Viewbook

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Competition Teams Mock Trial Society, Moot Court Society, Society for Dispute Resolution

A Winning Year—A Winning Tradition Quinnipiac’s competition teams set a new standard in 2012-2013, with team and

Quinnipiac’s stellar competition teams represent the law school in rigorous and

individual honors in regional and national contests. The outlook for the coming

spirited competitions with law students from around the country in regional and

year is exciting, as the teams prepare to continue the winning tradition and

national contests. Participation is an extraordinary opportunity to strengthen

strengthen their reputation as top-notch competitors.

crucial skills, develop expertise, and see what it is like to work alongside — and

ABA Criminal Justice Advocacy Competition Regional Champions; Best Overall Advocate

ABA Labor and Employment Trial Advocacy Competition Second Place Nationally

ABA National Appellate Advocacy Competition New York Regional Finalist/Advanced to Nationals; Second Best Overall Advocate

Albert R. Mugel National Moot Court Competition – Tax Second Place

ABA Negotiation Competition Regional Champions/Advanced to National Semifinals

Texas Young Lawyers Association (TYLA) National Trial Competition Regional Champions; Best Overall Advocate

opposite — well-prepared and energetic advocates. You will grow and test yourself in ways that clearly build practice-ready skills and composure. Mock Trial Society Gain invaluable courtroom education in presenting a case. From opening statements to closing arguments, you will develop comprehensive understanding of trial advocacy.

ABA Mediation Competition Second Place: Regionals

Moot Court Society Build the skills needed for effective appellate advocacy. Students conduct legal research, draft appellate briefs, and deliver oral arguments. Society for Dispute Resolution Develop mastery in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and put your skills to the test in competitions involving negotiation, client counseling, and representation in mediation. This society is open to all students, including 1Ls, so you can gain valuable experience right from the start.

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