High School Mock Trial

About the Program

The Minnesota High School Mock Trial Program is an exciting law-related education program that introduces students to the American legal system and provides a challenging opportunity for personal growth and achievement. Your students will exercise their critical thinking and teamwork skills, as well as the basic skills learned in the classroom.

The MSBA is committed to creating an inclusive environment in which every person can participate in the Mock Trial program. Please contact us if there are reasonable accommodations that would allow you to participate more fully. Such requests should be directed to Kim Basting, Director of Mock Trial Program at (612) 278-6306.

Civic Education Videos

Civic Education: Your Voice Matters
Wynne Reece, Chair of the Mock Trial Advisory Committee, along with the Honorable William Koch (4th Judicial District), the Honorable Stephen Smith (2nd Judicial District), the Honorable Mark Vandelist (1st Judicial District), and Ayah Helmy (Hennepin County Attorney's Office) discuss the importance of your civic duty through voting and by other means to make a difference in the World.

Raise Your Voice Documentary: An Interview with Director Maribeth Romslo
The Honorable William Koch (4th Judicial District) interviews Director Maribeth Romslo.
If you'd like more information on this documentary for your classroom, please visit the website at https://raiseyourvoicedocumentary.com/.

MSBA Mock Trial You Tube site .

2021 State Champions

2021 State Champion - Eagle Ridge Academy

Pictured are the team members, Teacher Coach Jeffrey Magnuson, Attorney Coaches Anya Magnuson, Harshita Kalidindi, Caleb Brady, & Joe Jacobson. Judging panel: Honorable William Koch, Honorable James Dehn, Honorable William Fisher, Dyan Ebert (MSBA President), and Wynne Reece (Mock Trial Chair). Eagle Ridge Academy will represent Minnesota at the virtual NHSMTC on May 6-8, 2021.