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Starting this season, UMTA will publish the final round of every competition we host, along with guides that teach you what mooting and mock trial are, how to compete, and how to win.
Final round recordings
Every UMTA final, preserved. Watch our strongest advocates argue the cases from each season's competitions.
Fall Moot 2026 Final
The first final to be recorded and published under our new recordings program.
Winter Mock Trial 2027 Final
Our flagship mock trial final, from openings to closing arguments.
June Moot 2027 Final
The summer moot final that closes out each UMTA season.
New to mooting? Start here
Guides and videos designed to take you from courtroom curious to competition ready.
What is Mooting?
Appellate advocacy explained: how a moot works, what judges look for, and why it is the best training ground for future lawyers.
What is Mock Trial?
From openings and examinations to objections and closings: a full walkthrough of how a trial simulation runs.
How to Prepare a Case
Case theory, factum writing, and preparing submissions that survive tough questions from the bench.
Oral Advocacy Tips
Delivery, pacing, and handling interruptions: the tricks our champions use in front of real judges.
Objections 101
When to stand up, what to say, and how to respond when opposing counsel objects to you.
Tips from Our Champions
Winners of UMTA competitions share what they did differently, from prep routines to final-round nerves.