An informal advocacy session where students receive the moot problem on the night and are given a short time to prepare before arguing their case. The session is designed to help students develop their ability to ‘think on their feet’ in a supportive environment, with feedback from junior practitioners.
Event details
Location: Bencher’s Entrance
Date and registration time: Monday 9 November, 5.30pm
Who can attend: This event is open to student Members of the Inn and TQLs
Dress code: Dark suits
Cost: £12
How to book
Please note that by booking this event you are committing to participate as a mooter. Please email the Moot Team should you have any queries.
Book online via the Gray’s Inn Online System (GIOS).
Booking opens: 29 September 2026
Booking closes: 2 November 2026
Qualifying Session
Qualifying Session (QS): 1 QS
Theme: Advocacy Skills
Learning aims:
- Construct arguments through research, analysis and application of legal principles.
- Demonstrate confidence in advocacy and apply feedback from judges and moot coaches.
- Apply inter-personal and communication skills to prepare oral presentations both independently and/or as a member of a team
- Practice responding to judicial interventions.
This QS relates to the following elements of the Professional Statement for Barristers: 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.8, 1.9, 1.11, 1.12, 1.13, 1.15, 1.16, 1.17, 3.4, 4.1
Preparation required: No
Interactive: Yes
Please see Qualifying Sessions for further information.