Master the Art of Advocacy
The Carleton Law and Legal Studies Society Mooting Program offers students a rigorous platform to develop appellate advocacy skills, legal research, and courtroom decorum.
The Program
20+ Years
Of competitive excellence in national and international moots.
15 Awards
Recognitions for best oralists and top-tier written submissions since 2018.
Foundations of Legal Practice
Mooting is the cornerstone of professional legal training. Our program simulates appellate court proceedings, challenging students to present oral arguments and prepare written facta based on complex legal problems. We focus on sharpening analytical thinking and the ability to respond to intense questioning from a bench of judges
Constitutional Law Focus
Faculty Mentorship
Inter-University Competition
Upcoming Competitions
Mark your calendars for the upcoming season. Registration deadlines are strict.
OCT
The Osgoode Cup National Mooting Championship
The premier undergraduate mooting competition in Canada held at Osgoode Hall Law School.
NOV
CLLSS Intramural Moot
Internal competition for society members to hone skills before the regional season.
JAN
Capital Cup Mooting Invitational
Hosting prestigious law societies from across Ontario in the heart of Ottawa.
Voices of Success
Our alumni have gone on to the nation’s top law schools and prestigious firms. Hear how mooting changed their career trajectory.
“The CLLSS mooting program was the highlight of my undergraduate degree. The rigor of the preparation and the adrenaline of the oral arguments prepared me for law school in a way no lecture ever could.”
Sarah Jenkins, Class of '22
Currently at University of Toronto Faculty of Law
“Winning the Osgoode Cup was a defining moment. CLLSS provided the resources, the coaching, and the community I needed to push my limits as a student advocate.”
Marcus Thorne, Class of '21
Associate at Bay Street Law Firm
The Factum Handbook
A comprehensive guide on structuring, writing, and citing legal facta for appellate moots.
Oral Advocacy Masterclass
Video archives of past winning arguments and sessions on vocal projection and presence.
Bluebook Citation Guide
Master the complexities of Canadian legal citation to ensure your factum is impeccable.
Ready to Step into the Court?
Tryouts for the 2024-2025 competitive season begin in September. Join a legacy of excellence.