FAQS

Q: How much of the law do I need to know?

The requisite legal knowledge will differ depending on the competition. Some competitions, such as the Client Interview, require minimal legal knowledge and instead draw on a competitor's soft-skills. On the other hand, competitions such as Moots and the Bail Application require relevant substantive legal knowledge. The Junior Moot, for example, is targeted towards students in the early stages of their studies and therefore covers only Contract Law. This is in contrast with the Senior Moot, which encompasses topics such as Constitutional Law, Corporate Law, and Torts. Refer to the relevant Competition Guide for further information.

Q: Who will be judging?

DLSS law competitions consist of several rounds, with successful competitors progressing from Heats, to Semi Finals, and ultimately, to the Grand Final. Generally, Heats and Semi Finals are judged by law faculty staff, while finals are typically judged by practicing lawyers.