National High School Mooting Competition

Step into the role of a lawyer

The National High School Mooting Competition is hosted by Bond University's Faculty of Law and provides Year 11 and 12 students the chance to step into the role of a lawyer and engage in courtroom advocacy. It’s an exciting and challenging opportunity to learn the craft of legal reasoning, develop public speaking skills and build confidence. The prestigious competition was established in 1989 and offers a unique, hands‑on law school experience and a glimpse into the world of legal practice.

High School student presenting in a court room

 

What is mooting?

Mooting is simulated court proceedings whereby students act as lawyers and make legal arguments based on a realistic, fictional legal problem before moot court judges. Students work in teams of two or three to prepare and present legal arguments in moot court. During their submissions, students will also respond to questions from the moot court judges. Mooting is similar to real life advocacy as it requires applying legal principles to the facts, communicating clearly and persuasively, and thinking on your feet.

Mooting is not judged on who 'should' win the case. Instead, moot judges score teams on their advocacy skills: how effectively they use the law and construct persuasive arguments; how clearly and confidently they speak; and how well they respond to questions.

Scholarship opportunities

In 2027, Bond University will offer a number of Judge John Newton Mooting Scholarships to applicants who have participated in the National High School Mooting Competition. Successful candidates are offered a 50% tuition fee waiver for the Bachelor of Laws program, or an approved Bachelor of Laws combined degree program, at Bond University. Please note that other eligibility and selection criteria apply.

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Plan your school's next steps

Our 2027 National High School Mooting Competition information will be available here in late 2026. If you have any questions about Bond University's National High School Mooting Competition, please email the Faculty of Law Marketing Team via the link below: 

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