WHAT'S IT ALL ABOUT?
A moot is a legal argument on a point or points of law. These points of law are presented so as to closely resemble the experience of undertaking an appeal case in a real court of law. The aim of the moot is to persuade the judge to accept your legal argument, on the basis of authorities applied to the facts, not unlike a problem question. However, although a team might win the legal aspect of the moot, they may not necessarily win the moot itself. This is because it is the skill of advocacythat is essentially being assessed. So how you present and argue your case are the deciding factors in winning the moot.
Mooting is critical for anyone who wants to become a barrister. It is also good training for those intending to become solicitors or solicitor advocates as well, because it develops the skills of public speaking and presenting legal argument. What’s more, it gives you professional confidence and improves your social skills. More importantly, getting involved with moots looks excellent on your CV, especially if you are looking to get a post-graduate place at law school, obtain pupillage or a training contract. It is also a requirement where School of Law Reference Development Points are concerned, as it carries a high value in terms of future references given by your personal tutor or nominated referee.