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Welcome to Louisiana High School Mock Trial

Sponsored and hosted by the Louisiana State Bar Association Young Lawyers Division, the Judge Richard N. Ware, IV Memorial High School Mock Trial Competition brings together the top high school teams from four (4) regions across Louisiana in a competition of oratory skill, argument, and legal analysis.

Interested in competing in this year’s Regional and State competitions?

Access this year’s Competition Problem and Competition Handbook to get started.

A group of teenagers ranging in age from 13 to 18 pose in suits with three senior adults in black robes in front of the seal of justice for Louisiana in a court room
A courtroom is full of teens in suits at the front tables while teens and adults sit behind them watching a mock trial argument
Three teenagers in suits with black hair hold their hands over their mouths while holding a large championship trophy. Off to the side is a photographer capturing the moment
Three teenage girls in suits with black hair hold their hands over their mouths while holding a large championship trophy
An adult, YLD Officer Jared Nelson, in a tan suit speaks behind the jury box in a court room to a full audience
A side view of three judges in black robes sitting at their elevated desk in the mock trial court room
A side view of three judges in black robes sitting at their elevated desk in the mock trial court room
A group of mock trial participants in suits aged from 13 to 18 stand smiling with their adult mentors and judges in a court room. At the center is a teen holding a large championship trophy
A side view of three teens in black suits with papers and large legal books sit at a large table with microphones. On the other side of them are another group of teens in suits who are standing arguing their case in a courtroom
A group of mock trial participants in suits aged from 13 to 18 stand smiling with their adult mentors and judges dressed in their black robes in a court room. At the center is a teen holding a large championship trophy
Three mock trial winners pose with their plaque awards in front of a brown wall. Each is wearing a suit and smiling
A bearded person in a suit and a person wih their hair in a bun in a suit with heels takes notes while sitting in a jury box in a court room. In front of them is a computer screen and next to them are more judges.

This Generation’s Lawyers Inspiring the Next

The goal of the Judge Richard N. Ware, IV Memorial State High School Mock Trial Competition is to encourage the high school students across the State to experience trial in a real courtroom setting and to work with judges, lawyers, and teachers to hone their oratory and analytical thinking skills.

What can you expect when competing in Louisiana High School Mock Trial? Hear from student competitors and volunteers alike about what makes Louisiana High School Mock Trial an unforgettable experience!

Video made possible through the Louisiana State Bar Foundation IOLTA Grant

High School Mock Trial Resources

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Prepare your team for success with our collection of mock trial materials designed specifically for high school competitors. Here you will find:

  • Sample cases

  • Courtroom procedures

  • Competition rules

  • Rules of evidence

  • Coaching guides

  • NEW How-to instructional videos!

Whether you’re a first-time participant or a seasoned competitor, these resources will help you understand how a real trial works—from opening statements to closing arguments. Click the Menu above to get started.

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