Mooting is not only about improving your legal skills but also the art of persuasive advocacy and speech.
Public speaking can be learned and trained, just like any other skill such as writing, or playing music. In this article we review 3 books, which can help you become an outstanding public speaker.
Supreme Court and appellate advocacy. David C. Frederick
One of the best guides to preparation and presentation of oral arguments before the Supreme Court and other appellate courts.
The book gives a detailed explanation of what moot courts are, how they function, and provides you with all the tools needed to get ready for the moot court!
Being Heard: Presentation Skills for Attorneys. Faith Pincus
This book has all the basic and advance techniques, and insider knowledge, you need to improve your presentation skills, whether in or out of court.
Point Well Made: Persuasive Oral Advocacy. Hon. Nancy Harris Vaidik and Rebecca Diaz-Bonilla
Whether you are a first-year law student preparing for your moot court presentation, or a seasoned lawyer arguing in front of the US Supreme Court, this book is a great tool to support you on your journey.
Covering both theory and practice, the authors share, among other methods, voice and body language techniques aimed at building trust and capturing attention of your listeners. So, the new edition of Point Well Made is a practical guide that directs you in customizing your arguments and making them persuasive and engaging in any moot court competition.
Good luck with mooting!
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