Lake Forest College Mock Trial

Welcome to the official website of the Lake Forest College Mock Trial team!

What We Do

Collegiate Mock Trial allows for students to read, take part in, and understand the procedures of an actual trial. Students receive a case at the beginning of the year and spend the following time preparing both plaintiff and defense cases, including: witnesses, direct and cross examinations, and opening and closing statements. The process fosters an interactive learning environment with the side benefits of public speaking and team work, culminating in an undergraduate competition the following February against other colleges.

Recruitment Information 

(9/6) Team Rosters Posted

With Round 2 of auditions completed today, recruitment for the 2009-2010 school year is now closed. Thanks to all of you that auditioned - everyone did a GREAT job! 

Team rosters are available HERE. 

(8/17) New Case Released!

AMTA has released the case for this year's Mock Trial competitions. Please visit the member's section of our website to download your copy! In the meantime, you can also check out the case summary at by visiting the AMTA website. 

Team Highlights

2008-2009

• Lake Forest placed 5th at AMTA's Milwaukee Regional Tournament
• Team advanced to Opening Round Championship for first time in Lake Forest College history
• Marc Gibson named #1 witness in the region during the Milwaukee tournament
• Marc Gibson and Danielle Gonzalez named Intercollegiate Outstanding Attorneys
• Danielle Gonzalez named All-Region Attorney

2007-2008

• Jessamyn Saletta named Outstanding Attorney at Lewis University Invitational
• Danielle Gonzalez named #1 witness in the region at the AMTA Milwaukee tournament
• Marc Gibson and Justin Carrero named All-Region Attorneys