Develop the Skills Every Lawyer Needs
Legal training in advocacy, communication and professional judgement.
The Legal Skills Academy is a structured professional development programme designed to help aspiring and junior lawyers develop the professional skills expected in practice.
Two live training sessions every month
Online course library for ongoing learning
12 month development pathway
Milestone certification and professional recognition
Designed and led by experienced legal practitioners
A practical training framework combining live advocacy sessions, core skills development and integrated online learning.
Develop the Skills Every Lawyer Needs
Legal training in advocacy, communication and professional judgement.
The Legal Skills Academy is a structured professional development programme designed to help aspiring and junior lawyers develop the professional skills expected in practice.
Two live training sessions every month
Online course library for ongoing learning
12 month development pathway
Milestone certification and professional recognition
Designed and led by experienced legal practitioners
A practical training framework combining live advocacy sessions, core skills development and an integrated online learning.
Explore More Opportunities
Alongside the Legal Skills Academy, Speed Mooting hosts a range of events, competitions and community opportunities designed to help aspiring lawyers practise their skills and connect with others in the legal profession.
Learn from the Best
Our programmes are led by experienced barristers and solicitors with years of practical knowledge.
Competitions and Advocacy Challenges
Test your skills in the UK’s largest single-day mooting and advocacy competitions.
Build Connections
Join a supportive community of peers and professionals, expanding your network and career prospects.
Practical Experience
Gain hands-on practice that directly translates to success in courtrooms and beyond.
Explore More Opportunities
Alongside the Legal Skills Academy, Speed Mooting hosts a range of events, competitions and community opportunities designed to help aspiring lawyers practise their skills and connect with others in the legal profession.
Learn from the Best
Our programmes are led by experienced barristers and solicitors with years of practical knowledge.
Competitions and Advocacy Challenges
Test your skills in the UK’s largest single-day mooting and advocacy competitions.
Build Connections
Join a supportive community of peers and professionals, expanding your network and career prospects.
Practical Experience
Gain hands-on practice that directly translates to success in courtrooms and beyond.
Attend Our Events
Take part in online and in-person training sessions, discussions and workshops.
Build Confidence
Practice advocacy and public speaking in a supportive setting and grow your skills.
Build Your Network
Build valuable professional connections and friendships.
Join the Community Hub
Join our online community to ask questions, share insights and access free resources.
Meet Our Founder
Founded By Criminal Barrister, John Dove
Speed Mooting was founded by criminal barrister John Dove to help aspiring lawyers develop real advocacy skills through competitions and practical training.
Today it is run by John and his wife, Hayley Dove, a commercial solicitor, who together lead the development of Speed Mooting’s training programmes, competitions and community.
Speed Mooting was founded by criminal barrister John Dove to help aspiring lawyers develop real advocacy skills through competitions and practical training.
Today it is run by John and his wife, Hayley Dove, a commercial solicitor, who together lead the development of Speed Mooting’s training programmes, competitions and community.
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Reviews
Joe Pursehouse
Future Pupil & Advocacy Club Member
"I'm writing to share some good news: I have received an offer of pupillage. This is an amazing opportunity for me, and I wanted to extend my thanks to you and the team at Advocacy Club for all that you have done to support my development as an advocate over the last two years. As a non-student career changer, I simply would not have had the opportunities to practice and compete without the existence of your Club. The AC is one of a kind and I know I will be recommending it to any aspiring barristers I come across for many years to come."
Amelia Thomas-Wilson
Law Student
“I wanted to take the time to say I am, as well as many others I’m sure, grateful that this event (the Northern Pupillage Fair) has been established. Many aspiring barristers cannot attend the London pupillage fairs due to financial constraints and caring responsibilities so this event will open up invaluable networking opportunities for those based in the North. Thank you, Speed Mooting for levelling up the playing field and I look forward to attending in September.”
Jo Anne Pugh
Dean of BPP Law School
“There are relatively few pupillage fairs, and most are either delivered online or are hosted in London. So, we didn’t need to think twice when we were asked to support this much needed event”.
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