Mock Trial Masterclass

The National High School Mock Trial Competition officially banned the use of ChatGPT for teams competing in 2024. But would ChatGPT even be able to offer much help to mock trial teams? We’re about to find out by seeing if ChatGPT can write a good closing argument for mock trial. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Mastercla...

Virtually every witness in mock trial has something in their statement that could make them look really bad on cross-examination. That’s why, in this video, we’re going over the best strategy for protecting a witness and softening the blow of those tough questions. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide...

It's one thing to know what makes a good impeachment, but it's another to actually see it in practice. So, in this video, we're going to watch an example of a really good mock trial impeachment and break it down. That way, you'll know how to write and perform a good impeachment. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Original video: h...

Lots of folks who are new to the mock trial world in high school, college, middle school, or even law school have one important question on their mind: "How does mock trial work?" So, in this video, we'll answer that question by going through the five major parts of every mock trial. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into M...

It can be a challenge to get a handle on what exactly it takes to create likable, engaging witness characters in mock trial. So, in this episode of the Mock Trial Masterclass Podcast, All-American Witness and Notre Dame coach Simeon Lawrence joins the show to help us understand how to create and coach great characters for witnesses. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HE...

Deciding which witnesses to call for a mock trial competition can feel overwhelming. So, in this video, we’ll go over the three things you need to think about when picking your witnesses. That way, you’ll know exactly how to make the right choice every time! BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Con...

The National High School Mock Trial Competition officially banned the use of ChatGPT for teams competing in 2024. But would ChatGPT even be able to offer much help to mock trial teams? We’re about to find out by seeing if ChatGPT can write a good direct examination for mock trial. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterc...

As a witness in mock trial, it’s super important to be prepared for cross-examination. So, in this video, we’ll go over exactly how to prepare for cross-examination as a witness. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luke Worsham, and I want YOU to be a mock tri...

The National High School Mock Trial Competition officially banned the use of ChatGPT for teams competing in 2024. But would ChatGPT even be able to offer much help to mock trial teams? We’re about to find out by seeing if ChatGPT can write a good opening statement for mock trial. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Mastercl...

Making quality objections is a huge part of succeeding in mock trial, but not all objections are a good idea. In this video, we’re going to go over five types of objections you should never make in a mock trial competition. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is...

There’s no way around it: To win in mock trial, you usually have a lot of memorizing to do. But memorization can be tricky–and it can take a while. So, in this video, I’m going to share my favorite tips for how to memorize content fast in mock trial. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling...

The Rules of Evidence can be tricky, and Rule 403 is no exception. So, in this video, we’re going to break down Rule 403 and make sure you know what Rule 403 objections are all about. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luke Worsham, and I want YOU to be a moc...

At the end of the day, mock trial success comes down to what you say and how you perform. However, being dressed the right way can also have an impact on the scoring judges. So, in this episode, we'll go over how to dress as a lawyer and witness in mock trial competitions. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass...

Sometimes, attorneys in mock trial get the “honor” of crossing over-the-top, crazy, aggressive witnesses that are super hard to reign in and control. So, in this episode, I’ll share my favorite tips for maintaining control of the courtroom whenever you run into a witness like that on cross-examination. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome i...

A great demonstrative aid can take your mock trial case to the next level–but a bad one will only get on the jury’s nerves and make your scores go down. So, in this episode, I’ll share my four favorite tips for making sure your demos are top notch. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling t...

Knowing how to make good objections in mock trial is only half the battle–you also need to know when to make them. So, in this episode, we’ll go over four steps you can take to get better at spotting opportunities for objections in mock trial. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Co...

You may have the best strategy in the world, but it could all fall apart if you make these four mistakes in your next mock trial competition. Avoid them at all costs! BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Doc Organizer I recommend: https://amzn.to/3SNHzQN Trial notebook I recommend: https://amzn.to/42v6ITs Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your G...

Understanding the Rules of Evidence is crucial to winning objections in mock trial, and one of the most important to know well is Improper Character Evidence. So, in this episode, we’ll go over the definition of Improper Character Evidence to make sure you know exactly what the rule is all about heading into your next competition. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE...

It's one thing to know what makes a good witness performance on cross-examination, but it's another to actually see it in practice. So, in this video, we're going to watch an example of a really good mock trial witness on cross and break down their performance. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Yo...

It’s super important to ask great questions during cross-examination in mock trial, but it’s also crucial to know when to stop asking questions. So, in this episode, we’ll go over three ways to know what it’s time to move on and quit during your next cross. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Cont...

Wondering what it takes to win mock trial competitions? You’ve come to the right place! Whether you’re brand new to mock trial, or you’ve been doing this stuff for a while like me, these are important reminders that you should focus on as you prepare for your next mock trial competition. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial...

To celebrate Mock Trial Masterclass being around for a whole year, let’s watch a video of me doing mock trial back in high school! We’ll watch one of my cross-examinations from the Tennessee State High School Mock Trial Competition. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My...

A lot of mock trial competitors want to know how to give a great mock trial closing statement, but could they be asking the wrong question? In this episode, we’ll go over why closing statements aren’t actually a thing in mock trial and what you should do instead. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ MY VIDEO ON HOW TO START CLOSING ARGUMENTS: https...

Have you ever heard someone use the phrase “effect on the listener” during a hearsay objection and had no idea what they were talking about? Or have you used the phrase yourself but not really understood how it applied to the situation? You’ve come to the right place! In this episode, we’ll cover exactly what “effect on the listener” means and how you can use that argument to win hearsay objection...

Lots of witnesses in mock trial utilize accents to improve their performance. Some do it really well, and others actually wind up lowering their scores because of a poor accent. So, to make sure you don't wind up in the second category, we're going to go over four rules for utilizing accents at a high level as a witness in mock trial. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠   SCHEDULE COACHING...