What’s the difference between Mock Trial and Moot Court?
While mock trial simulates the trial level proceeding, moot court simulates the appellate level proceeding. Among other differences, mock trial involves witness testimony, with statements and arguments directed to a jury, whereas moot court involves attorneys making arguments to, and answering questions directly from, a panel of judges only. Many students participate in both the Mock Trial and Moot Court student organizations; they are not mutually exclusive.
