Online Public Speaking Course
With criminal barrister, and nationally ranked public speaker, John Dove.
Build Confidence. Speak Clearly. Make an Impact.
📅 Date and time : 17th June 2026, 7pm - 8pm
📍 Location: Live on Zoom
🎓 Certificate: All attendees will receive a certificate of attendance
What to Expect
Struggling with public speaking? You’re not alone.
Whether it’s speaking in class, presenting in interviews, or standing up in court, public speaking is one of the most valuable, and most feared, skills for aspiring lawyers.
The good news? It’s a skill you can learn.
What this course will do
This free live session is designed to give you practical, realistic tools that you can start using immediately.
You'll learn how to:
Speak with confidence, even when you feel nervous
Structure what you’re saying so it actually lands
Deliver your points clearly and persuasively
Use tone, pace, and pauses effectively
Avoid common mistakes that undermine your delivery
Who is this for?
Law students
Aspiring barristers and solicitors
Anyone preparing for interviews or presentations
Anyone who wants to improve their confidence
Why attend?
Public speaking is a skill that will follow you throughout your legal career, from interviews, to client meetings, to advocacy in court.
Getting comfortable speaking now will give you a real advantage later.
What you’ll receive
✔ A live training session delivered by a practising barrister
✔ Practical techniques you can apply straight away
✔ A certificate of attendance
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About the Speaker
John Dove is a criminal barrister at Charterhouse Chambers, specialising in all areas of criminal law.
Alongside his practice, John is the founder of Speed Mooting and the Legal Skills Academy, through which he has trained thousands of aspiring and junior lawyers in advocacy, public speaking, and courtroom skills.
He is also a nationally ranked speaker with the Association of Speakers Clubs, regularly competing at a national level and recognised for his ability to communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact.
John is passionate about helping the next generation of lawyers develop the skills they need to succeed, not just in court, but in interviews, presentations, and professional life more broadly.
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Reviews
Nicholas Stone
Future Pupil Barrister and 2023 National Speed Mooting Competition Champion
"Speed Mooting was very helpful with getting pupillage, as the pupillage process tests how well you can make a case.
The Speed Mooting competition gave me a good chance to become a better speaker, and to gain more confidence in my abilities. It's a great opportunity to test yourself and improve.”
Liam Ainscough
Law Lecturer, University of Bolton
“The events I attended were insightful to the industry and mooting was fun and informative at the same time. I would highly recommend that undergraduate students attend the annual moot to not only increase their confidence, but to obtain skills that are desirable in practise. The NSMC team always provide more than enough information and the event is similar to the working paradigm of a barrister. As an academic, I always recommend these events to students.”
Mersede Mardani
Law Student
“Today I joined Speed Mooting's "Introduction to Mooting Course".
I must admit that prior to attending this course, I was not familiar with mooting or what a moot consists of. However, after participating in this course, I can confidently say that thanks to John Dove's incredibly informative presentation, I now thoroughly understand what a moot consists of, and I have the courage to apply this to a moot and experience it first-hand.
I look forward to putting into practice the knowledge I have gained today and continue to attend moots throughout my legal journey.”
