National Speed Mooting Competition 2026
9am to 6pm. Saturday 14th March 2026 at BPP Manchester.
Our flagship competition is back, offering a fast-paced, one-day knockout mooting tournament for 128 aspiring advocates. Competitors deliver concise, focused submissions in front of a legal professional, with no partner required. It’s just you, your argument, and the clock.
Sponsored by BPP Law School
Win great prizes
Champion Prize: iPad
Runner-Up Prize: £100 Voucher
Plus: bragging rights, LinkedIn content, and serious CV sparkle.
Secure your place now - places are limited and always fill up quickly
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Who can enter
This competition is open to anyone looking to develop their advocacy skills, including:
Undergraduate law and non-law students
Those yet to start their legal studies
Masters, BPTC & LPC/SQE students & graduates
GDL students and graduates
Others at the discretion of the organisers - please contact us if you are interested
You represent yourself, not your university – so no team selection politics, just pure advocacy.
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The Format
Speed Mooting: 7-minute submissions in early rounds, 10 in the semis and final.
Solo Entry: No partner needed and you can enter of your own accord, not on behalf of a university or mooting team
Preparation: everything you need is provided for you. No research or drafting is required.
Knockout: Win to stay in. Lose, and you're out - but don't worry, there's plenty more activities for you to enjoy.
Judged by real lawyers: Barristers, solicitors, and academics assess performance.
Live Q&A + Feedback: Learn from those who’ve made it to the Bar and beyond.
Case bundle released on Friday 13th March, no later than 6pm – just like real life.
What's Included
Lunch + refreshments
Feedback from legal professionals
An Advocacy Exhibition
Optional Q&A with barristers and solicitors
Certificate of participation
STILL NOT SURE?
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can take part?
The competition is open to law and non-law students, graduates, GDL, LPC, and BPTC students, as well as those pursuing other legal pathways. Entry is on an individual basis, and you do not represent a university, meaning multiple students from the same institution can participate.
How much preparation is required?
Minimal preparation is needed. You’ll receive the full bundle of case materials by 6:00 PM on Friday 13th March 2026 — the night before the competition. This simulates real legal practice where briefs often arrive late. No research or drafting is required; you’ll only be assessed on your oral advocacy.
What is the format of the competition?
The competition will take place in person at BPP Manchester on Saturday 14th March 2026
There will be 128 participants in a knockout style competition. There will be up to 7 rounds for the individuals that progress all the way to the final.
Moots are one-on-one with up to 7 minutes for submissions for each participant.
What are the prizes?
🏆 Winner: Apple iPad
🥈 Runner-up: £100 voucher
Both finalists will also receive recognition from a panel of practising legal professionals, with opportunities to enhance their CVs and networking profiles.
How much does it cost to enter?
The entry fee is £39.00. Please note this fee is non-refundable, regardless of attendance or outcome.
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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.”
