Maynooth University is calling on law students across Ireland and the UK to register now to take part in this year’s National Moot Court Competition and demonstrate their legal prowess. Registrations are invited for no later than 5pm on 15th October 2024.

Very kindly sponsored by A&L Goodbody, the event celebrates its 15th year and will take place on Saturday 9th November 2024 at the Criminal Courts of Justice, Parkgate Street, Dublin 8.
The National Moot Court Competition is an annual inter-law school event designed to give law students an opportunity to showcase their skills before prominent members of the legal profession. Each institution can enter a maximum of 2 teams, with teams comprising 3 students.
 
Competition entry details
Entry/registration deadline: 5.00 pm, 15th October 2024
How to enter: email team name to [email protected]  
Entrance fee: €25 (per team) *** more information to follow on payment method***
Written Submission deadline: 5.00 pm 1st November 2024
Prizes: For the Winning Team, Best Speaker in the Final and Best Memorials. 
 
What is the case?
This year's problem revolves around the power of the DPP, language rights and access to a solicitor. Students are required to prepare written submissions for the Appellant and written submissions for the Respondents. Students will deliver oral arguments on 9th November at the Criminal Courts of Justice. 
 

National Moot Court Competition Package 2024