The Iowa State Bar Association High School Mock Trial Program
The mock trial is designed to introduce students to our legal system by providing a challenging, academic competition. The program offers students an opportunity for personal growth and achievement, emphasizing the importance of research, presentation, and teamwork.

In addition to teaching students about contemporary public issues and the legal system, the program encourages teachers and students to develop learning partnerships with professionals from the community.

Lawyers from communities throughout Iowa contribute their time as coaches and judges at the tournaments.

Judges from Iowa's District Courts also participate. These linkages between the schools and the legal profession show students that the community is committed to their educational success.

We hope that you will consider participation in this valuable educational program. Last year, more than 1,600 high school students from across Iowa participated. The tournament includes students from social studies courses, TAG programs, at-risk classes, and extracurricular mock trial clubs. This year’s state champion will represent Iowa at the National Finals to be held in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. We urge you to join the fun!


2010 Case State vs. Shannon
Revised Case Material

Case Updates
Competition/Case Update II

2009 State Tournament Results
Regional Award Criteria



Local "Hotels and Amenities"

Competition Update/Case Corrections/Details
Pre-Season Memo

Memos to Coaches


Registration & Competition Information
Welcome /Invitation to Particpate
What is Mock Trial & Learning objectives
Tournament Information
Timeline & Checklist
Regional Competition Map
Regional Competition Schedule
What Students Say About Iowa Mock Trial
Registration Form
Judge Participation Form
Tell Us About Your Attorney Coach
Team Roster
Competition Time Sheet


Registration Forms
Competition Registration Form
Judge Participation Form

Competition Rules, Rules of Procedure & Rules of Evidence

Iowa Mock Trial Explanatory Guide

For Judges
Judges Handbook
Judge Ez Reference Guide
Pre-Trial Checklist
Sample Ballot
Scoring/Evaluation Criteria

Other Resources
Coaching Tips
Coaching Tips II