Suffolk University Law School has a long tradition of training many of the finest litigation and appellate advocates in the state.  This accomplishment is due in no small part to the effort and dedication of the Moot Court Honor Board.  In conjunction with the law school faculty, local attorneys and members of the Massachusetts Judiciary, the Moot Court Honor Board offers Suffolk University Law School students the opportunity to develop and hone their advocacy skills prior to entering the legal community.

The Moot Court Honor Board concentrates its efforts on two distinct activities.  The first consists of four intrascholastic competitions (two trial and two appellate) open to everyone in the student body.  The competitions are carefully designed and professionally judged in order to create the most realistic experience possible.  The Moot Court Honor Board also annually publishes the Suffolk Journal of Trial & Appellate Advocacy, which supplies legal commentary pertinent to members of the bar involved in litigation practice.  The Journal consists of lead articles submitted by outside authors having expertise in their respective fields, as well as student written Notes and Case Comments submitted by Moot Court Honor Board members.  The dichotomy of the Board, balancing competitions and written work, truly makes the Suffolk University Moot Court Honor Board unique.

The 2009 Closed Write-On Competition begins on Saturday, July 11, 2009. Students eligible to compete for membership on the Moot Court Honor Board will receive an invitation-to-compete in the mail. Good luck to all competitors!