Welcome back! Today we're talking with Sara O'Connor, one of our law school tutors, about setting yourself up for success in your mock trial class and/or competition team. Mock trial is not required, but it can be very rewarding and provide great experience for your future legal career.

In this episode, we discuss:

How to earn a spot on a competitive mock trial course or team
What you can expect to learn in your mock trial course
Preparing for a mock trial competition
The events of the competition itself and how to be successful – stay calm!
How the scoring system works and what you'll be judged on

Resources:

Podcast Episode 27: Job Interview Basics (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-27-job-interview-basics/)
Active vs. Passive Listening in Law School (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/active-vs-passive-learning-law-school/)

Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Episode-103-Setting-Yourself-Up-to-be-a-Mock-Trial-Rockstar.pdf)

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Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

103: Setting Yourself Up to be a Mock Trial Rockstar (with Sara O'Connor)