NHSMTC
National High School Mock Trial Championship
The Nation’s Premier High School Courtroom Competition
Each year, the top high school mock trial teams from across the United States compete in the National High School Mock Trial Championship. Through rigorous case analysis, compelling advocacy, and real-world legal simulation, students develop the skills to think critically, communicate effectively, and engage meaningfully with the justice system.
Championship Host Sites
2028 Championship
Hershey, Pennsylvania
May 4–6, 2028
2029 Championship
Salt Lake City, Utah
May 2029
Mock trial is more than a competition.
Mock trial is a transformative educational experience that prepares students for college, careers, and civic life. Through real-world legal simulation, students develop critical thinking, advocacy, and confidence under pressure.
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