My experience in mock trial at the University of Oregon was foundational in preparing me for law school and, ultimately, my career as an attorney. The program gave me early, practical exposure to the courtroom—teaching me how to think on my feet, craft persuasive arguments, and communicate with confidence. Those skills carried directly into law school, where I felt better equipped to brief cases and argue in class. Mock trial didn’t just prepare me academically—it gave me the discipline, resilience, and advocacy tools that continue to shape my work as a practicing attorney today