Raleigh, NC – Campbell Law School is actively seeking volunteer judges for an upcoming premier trial advocacy competition. Scheduled for March 6-9, the law school, in conjunction with Milberg Law and the University of South Carolina, will co-host the 2025 Regional Tournament of the American Advocates for Justice (AAJ) Student Trial Advocacy Competition (STAC).
The competition is renowned for highlighting the capabilities of aspiring trial lawyers, who will vie for scholarships and a spot to represent their teams at the AAJ’s national convention in July. The event promises to gather significant legal talent with 16 teams participating, including two from Campbell Law itself.
The event will take place at the Wake County Courthouse in downtown Raleigh. The need for judges is pressing, with various rounds requiring different numbers of legal professionals to volunteer. For the initial qualifying rounds on Thursday and Friday, 35 judges are needed each evening from 5 to 9 p.m. The demand continues over the weekend, with 35 judges required for Saturday morning’s session from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 20 judges for Saturday afternoon’s semi-finals from 2 to 6 p.m., and by Sunday, another 10 judges are needed for the final round during the morning session.
René Shekmer, Campbell Law’s director of competitive advocacy, encourages seasoned legal professionals to participate. “We aim to provide a top-tier experience for our students, and this can only be achieved with the support of a robust team of volunteer judges,” Shekmer explained. “It’s also an excellent opportunity for professionals to meet and network while contributing to the development of future legal experts.”
The victors of this regional face-off will advance to the National Finals, set to be held in Atlanta, Georgia, from April 3-6.
Since its establishment in 1976, Campbell Law has been dedicated to fostering legal professionals who not only excel in their practice but also uphold moral and social virtues. The school’s Professionalism Program and Trial Advocacy Program have both been recognized nationally for their excellence.
Milberg Law, with over five decades of service in class action litigation and corporate accountability, stands as a prominent collaborator in the event. The firm has a storied history of advocating for the rights of victims across numerous legal landscapes, securing billions in settlements and judgments for its clients.
As this event draws top legal minds to North Carolina’s capital, the contributions of volunteer judges not only benefit the participants but enrich the broader legal community, offering insights and experience crucial for the nurturing of future legal talent. Interested professionals are invited to register their interest and join an esteemed panel serving at the forefront of legal advocacy education.
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