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Are you a high school student
interested in Mock Trial?

Want to prep a case, practice objections, and compete against other teams?
Check out the Bruno Invitational!

What is the
Bruno Invitational?

Brown University Mock Trial is pleased to announce that this fall, we will once again be hosting the Bruno Invitational: a tournament specifically tailored towards high school students hoping to hone their Mock Trial skills in a competitive setting! Conceptualized by members of our program, the Bruno Invitational, will allow competitors to improve skills such as objections, courtroom presence, witnessing, and more while competing against other teams from across the country! Using a customized case written by members of our program, students will also receive feedback on their performance from members of a nationally-ranked collegiate Mock Trial program!

This year, we are thrilled to announce a new partnership with Columbia University Mock Trial, through which we'll be co-hosting two virtual high school tournaments using the same case this fall. The Bruno Invitational will take place October 4-5, and the Roar-ee Invitational (hosted by Columbia) will take place November 8-9.

Learn more about the details of the tournament below!

Are you interested in judging at Brown's
2025 American Mock Trial Association
(AMTA) Regional Tournament?

This year, Brown University will be hosting its sixth annual Regional Tournament on the weekend of February 15-16, 2025. We'd love for you to be a part of it by signing up to judge! You can learn more about the tournament and what judging entails below

Tournament

November 8-9

Tournament Details

Put your public speaking and presentational skills to the ultimate test!

The Bruno Invitational will take place virtually, giving competitors the opportunity to compete against other teams from across the country!
Teams will compete in two prosecution and two defense rounds, for a total of four! Each round will be in a 6v6 format, with three attorneys and three witnesses per side!
Each team can be anywhere from 6-12 competitors, making the program accessible to small and large programs alike! As a note, bringing a team of at least 10 members will give programs a discount on the registration fee!
Using a custom case, competitors will gain critical in-round experience and receive feedback from members of a nationally-ranked program!

FAQs

When will the tournament take place?

The Providence Regional (hosted by Brown University) will take place on the weekend of February 15-16, 2025.

Where will the tournament happen?

All tournaments will be hosted in person this year! The Providence Regional will take place on Brown University's campus.

How many rounds may I judge?

As many as you would like! The tournament weekend will consist of four rounds. You may sign up to judge up to four rounds.

Do I need any prior experience?

No experience necessary! AMTA will provide you with a training session prior to the start of the tournament.

What is my role as a mock trial judge?

As a judge, you will watch aspiring attorneys present their skills as advocates, rule on objection arguments, and assess the credibility of witnesses. After each round, you'll have the opportunity to provide feedback and advice to the competitors. The high-level feedback that professionals such as you provide is critical for our students, many of whom have been practicing for this competition since this past August.

Can I earn CLE Credit?

Yes! Pursuant to RI MCLE Rule § 1.3.4, the MCLE shall grant one credit for members of the RI Bar for acting as a judge in a mock trial competition per MCLE reporting year. We will be sending out certificates of participation and directions to submit your hours following the conclusion of the tournament.

How do I sign up to judge?

To sign up to judge our 2025 AMTA Regional, click on the following link!