Young Lawyers Weekend
A hands-on introduction to criminal law for students in years 7-9 (aged 11-14).
Whether you think you might one day want to be a barrister or solicitor, or just want to taste the thrill of putting your case to a jury, the Debate Chamber Young Lawyers Weekend is a chance to find out how the criminal justice process really works. First our tutors will take you through the basics of the British justice system, the nature of criminal offences, the legal profession and court procedure, then you will get to experience it all for yourself! Participating students will:
- take part in mock interrogations and advocacy workshops
- prepare the prosecution or defence side of a realistic criminal case using dossiers of forensic evidence, police interviews and witness statements
- take the role of barristers in a full Crown Court Trial, complete with court dress of wig and gown
The Young Lawyers Weekend will take place on the 9th/10th October at the University of London Union. Teaching will run from 10.30 – 4.30 on each day.
Two Debate Chamber Young Lawyers in action
Feedback on previous Young Lawyers Weekends
‘This course was completely fabulous, I loved every minute of it, and have learnt lots’
‘I have really enjoyed this course and it has been a really fantastic experience’
‘I thought it was fun and a great way to learn. I thought the trial was fun and nerve wracking at the same time’
‘I thought it was a brilliant opportunity to experience what my future might hold’
‘I thought the course was good – I have become more independent and not scared of making new friends. I would have enjoyed it even more if it had lasted for a whole week’
‘It was very interesting and educational. I enjoyed all of it and I would definitely do it again’
‘I thought the course was very well organised. It was really good and I learnt a lot’
‘It was really fun and exciting. We learnt lots and met lots of nice new people’
‘I thought it was lots of fun and I would do it again’
Book a Place
The fee for the Young Lawyers Weekend is £140 per student. Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Debate Chamber offers a limited number of full and partial bursaries for students who would otherwise have difficulty attending. To book a place please email info@debatechamber.com, call 0845 519 4827 or use the form below.
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