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Overview Summer / June & July Stanford Law School / Palo Alto, CA

Prepare and take your case to court! Grapple with ethical issues, craft oral arguments, question witnesses – all while orchestrating the ultimate outcome of the courtroom trial simulation.

Stanford Law School at Stanford University and LeadAmerica have collaborated to offer high school students the opportunity to experience firsthand one of the nation’s most prestigious law schools.

The Law & Trial Conference will provide students with academic and career insights into the exciting field of law by allowing them to step into the roles of prosecution and defense legal teams in a mock trial setting. Endorsed by the American Mock Trial Association, the conference combines engaging faculty discussion, analysis of important case studies, real-world guest speakers and enriching off-campus field trips. The Law & Trial Conference is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

LeadAmerica has received the distinction of endorsement by the American Mock Trial Association.

 

Program Highlights

LeadAmerica has received the distinction of endorsement by the American Mock Trial Association.

Court is in session! — The experience of a lifetime awaits you at Stanford Law School where you’ll bring a case to trial, argue your position before judge and jury, and learn what it takes to lead your legal team to courtroom victory.

At the Law & Trial Conference you can:

• Delve into the fundamentals of trial preparation and build the foundation of your case.
• Prepare witnesses for trial. 
• Compose compelling opening statements and closing arguments.
• Go to trial and assume the role of a prominent attorney in a courtroom setting.
• Conduct direct- and cross-examinations that bring the truth to light and build your case.
• Engage key faculty and guest speakers from the legal community.
• Experience a college-type living environment on the Stanford campus.
• Get a true sense of what it’s like to be an active attorney faced with winning a real-world case.

Conference includes dynamic off-campus guided field trips:

• Gain behind-the-scenes insight to the judicial system during an official courthouse visit and briefing.
• Explore the cosmopolitan city of San Francisco, known for its storied history and ethnic diversity. Visit world-famous sites like Pier 39/Fisherman’s Wharf and Chinatown.

Prepare. Present. Persevere.
Know what it takes to win your case!

Program Components

• Attend high-quality academic lectures
  
  • Analyze information, engage in debate, resolve conflict and build networks of support as you practice being the legal leaders of tomorrow
  • Familiarize yourself with some important aspects of the legal system and legal practice
  • Be exposed to Stanford Law School faculty and staff – renowned thought leaders in their respective academic and professional discipline and engaging speakers
  • Speakers for the program may also include prominent attorneys, judges and legal experts from various disciplines
• Engage in hands-on workshops designed to provide a comprehensive appreciation for law, trial preparation and witness testimony
• Receive an illuminated insider’s view of the current legal profession – from client advising to advocacy, students are exposed to all facets of the legal system
• Program relevant field excursions
  • Experience the program content and appreciate regional sites of importance through field excursions designed to complement the academic and skill building objectives of the program
  • Field excursions may include visits to:  Pier 39/Fisherman’s Wharf and a courthouse tour
• Career-focused skills and personal development workshops
  • Formulate a personal mission and vision plan for your future
  • Develop and polish skills like time management, decision making, team building, conflict resolution, public speaking, and communication
• Collegiate experience and college enrollment seminars
  • Experience college life from challenging academics to dormitory living
  • Learn about the preparation for college and the college admission process
• Make friends

 

A DAY AT STANFORD LAW SCHOOL’S LAW & TRIAL

7:30 - 8:30	Breakfast
9:00 - 10:30	Lecture and Discussion: Legal Rhetoric - Theories and Practices
11:00 - 12:30	Workshop: Advising vs. Advocating
12:30 - 1:30	Lunch
1:30 - 3:30	Field Experience: Superior Court Tour & Briefing
4:15 - 5:15	Lecture and Discussion: Direct Examination
5:15 - 6:00	Trial Practice: Direct Examination
6:00 - 7:00	Dinner
7:30 - 8:30	Skills Workshop: Time Management
8:30 - 10:30	Networking Event
10:30	Room Check

*This is a sample day and examples of lectures, excursions and activities each program may include. All speakers and events are subject to availability and change, without notice, before or after the start of a conference.

 

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Previous Guest Speakers & Organizations Include:

Lawyers, Judges and Legal Experts

• John Torribio, J.D., Los Angeles Superior Court Judge
• Jeffrey Tauber, J.D., San Francisco Superior Court Judge
• Eric Farber, J.D. Pinnacle Law Group
• Teresa Caffese, J.D., San Francisco Public Defender’s Office
• Michael Chamberlain, J.D., Deputy Attorney General, California Department of Justice
• Dolores Carr, J.D., District Attorney, Santa Clara County
• Larry Kramer, J.D., Richard E. Lang Professor of Law and Dean, Stanford Law School
• Mark Kelman, J.D., James C. Gaither Professor of Law and Vice Dean, Stanford Law School
• George Fisher, J.D., Judge John Crown Professor of Law and Faculty Co-Director, Criminal Prosecution Clinic, Stanford Law School
• Juliet Brodie, J.D., Professor of Law and Director, Stanford Community Law Clinic, Stanford Law School
• William Koski, J.D., Ph.D. Eric and Nancy Wright Professor of Clinical Education and Director, Youth and Education Law Project, Stanford Law School
• Norman Spaulding, J.D., Nelson Bowman Sweitzer and Marie B. Sweitzer Professor of Law, Stanford Law School

 

Dates, Location and Tuition

Complete tuition, enrollment and other conference details can be found in the Application and Enrollment & Other Details included in your invitation package and in the online application.

Please pay careful attention, as dates may have changed from printed material.

Call an Admissions Counselor about our convenient payment plans. 1 (866) 394-5323

2012 Summer Law & Trial Sessions*

Location	City	Program Date	Tuition	Tuition & Travel Insurance	College Credits Available **
Stanford Law School	Palo Alto, CA	June 23 – July 2	$3,195	$99	2	Enroll
Stanford Law School	Palo Alto, CA	July 6 – July 15	$3,195	$99	2	Enroll
Stanford Law School	Palo Alto, CA	July 20 – July 29	$3,195	$99	2	Enroll

Tuition Includes:

• One college credit ($475 value)**
• A full schedule of classes, briefings, lectures and simulations
• Certificate of Completion
• Housing accommodations at a University/College dormitory
• All on-campus meals ***
• Course materials and lab fees
• Transportation as needed for off-site activities, briefings and events
• Field trips and social events
• Program Faculty and on-site staff for supervision
• LeadAmerica T-shirt
  

* Dates and locations are subject to change

** The Law & Trial conference is accredited for two (2) college credits from Loras College. No Stanford University credit is available. Tuition includes the first college credit. A second college credit from is available at a reduced fee of $299.To earn college credit, the student must successfully complete all aspects of the program (see college credit information on our website for more details).

*** Students will need spending money for several off-site meals, souvenirs and incidentals.

Students are responsible for their own airfare or other travel costs to and from each conference location.