A training activity, usually held by law schools, for future lawyers, in which a fictional or hypothetical trial is held.
A co-curricular activity for students interested in the principles of written and oral advocacy. Students represent either the plaintiff or defendant in writing briefs and presenting oral arguments in a mock trial setting.
Fictional or hypothetical trial, usually hosted by law schools, as training for future barristers or litigators.
Moot court is an extracurricular activity in many law schools where participants take part in simulated court proceedings, usually to include drafting briefs and participating in oral argument. The term "moot court" is sometimes confused with "mock trial"; however, the two are not the same. "Moot court" usually refers to mock appellate court, while "mock trial" usually refers to a simulated jury trial or bench trial.