Mock Trial

Macalester Mock Trial puts together teams of 6-10 students to compete at mock trial tournaments governed by the American Mock Trial Association (ATMA). Rotating between a criminal and civil cases, students prepare prosecution/plaintiff and defense cases using a year-long case packet comprised of affidavits, exhibits and case law in the fictional universe of Midlands. Students perform as attorneys and witnesses on one or both sides of the case. In the fall, the program attends tournaments hosted by the University of Minnesota, St. Olaf College, UW-Madison and the University of Iowa. In the spring, Macalester Mock Trial competes in AMTA regional competitions with the hope of qualifying to semi-finals (Opening Round Championship Series) and the National Championship Tournament (NCT). 

This year, squad practices are held on Sunday afternoons (1-4pm) and Tuesday/Thursday nights (7-9pm).