CALL FOR COMPETITION JUDGES
MSU College of Law is hosting the FIFTH annual Gender and Sexuality Moot Court Competition on March 21-22, 2026.
The competition will be on ZOOM again this year, and we could use your help judging oral arguments.
If you have any questions or trouble signing up, please get in touch with Heather Johnson at johnl98l@msu.edu or by phone at (734) 678-6712.
Frequently Asked Questions about volunteering as a Moot Court judge:
What qualifications do I need to be a Moot Court judge?
If you are a law school graduate, a retired or practicing attorney or judge, you can be a Moot Court judge.
What do I do as a Moot Court Judge?
You watch and listen to current law students give their best arguments and evaluate their oral advocacy skills. You also have the opportunity to provide brief feedback and practice tips.
Am I a solo judge or is their a panel?
Judges typically serve in panels of three, you along with two other judges will watch arguments in each round.
What sort of advance preparation is required?
The Moot Court problem and bench brief will be sent to you before the competition. The materials will explain the legal issues in detail and provide a list of sample questions. We ask that you review these documents before the competition. No additional research is needed.
Do I need expertise in any particular subject area?
Short Answer: No. Longer Answer: In our experience, having judges from diverse legal backgrounds enhances our competition and the feedback provided to student competitors.
Is training required?
No. A brief informational meeting will be held before judging during the check-in time to familiarize you with the rules of the competition and the online scoring sheet.
What do I do?
The largest number of judges are needed for the preliminary rounds of the competition to be held on
Saturday, March 21, 2026. Morning and afternoon time slots are available. Please indicate your availability when signing up.
Can I watch the final round of the competition?
The final round of the competition is broadcast as a WEBINAR on Zoom. Please check out the competition website for final round Zoom information.
