Vocab
Different types of attorneys
Key aspects of a Mock Trial
100

What type of case involves a prosecutor?

Criminal 

100

Gives the overview of the case

Opening attorney

100

What types of cases do we get that alternate every year

Civil and criminal 

200

What type of case involved a plaintiff?

Civil

200
They summarize the evidence that was presented during the trial, argued why their side won, and reviews key witness testimony

Closing attorney 

200

What are the other roles apart from attorneys (you have to name both)

Witness and / or timekeeper

300

Definition of a defendant 

A person, company, or organization that is accused of a crime or sued in a court of law

300

Direct / cross examination attorney 

Conducts an examination of their own teams witness and a cross examination of an opposing witness with close ended questions 

300

What month does the competition take place?

February 

400

Definition of a prosecutor/plaintiff

The person or group that starts a civil lawsuit by filing a legal complaint against another party in a court

400

What is the end goal of a mock trial? 

To develop better public speaking skills and courtroom decorum