Moot Court

/ˈmuːt ˌkɔːrt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A simulated court proceeding where law students argue hypothetical cases to practice legal skills.
    She prepared extensively for the moot court competition to hone her appellate advocacy.

Forms

  • moot courts

Commentary

Moot court primarily refers to an educational exercise rather than an actual judicial process; it emphasizes argumentation skills rather than factual dispute resolution.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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