Oral Argument – Preparation and Participation Rubric

 

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Attorneys Rubric:

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Preparation:

 

1. Group members used preparation time well.

 

2. All documents and precedents were examined and considered.

 

3. Group work was well-organized and work was evenly distributed.

 

4. Notes and presentation drafts.

 

 

 

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Presentation:

 

1. The presentation was well-organized.

 

2. Arguments are logical, and persuasive.

 

3. Information from and references to documents and Precedents are used to support arguments.

 

4. Opponent’s arguments are anticipated and refuted.

 

5. All group members contribute/participate in presentation/ responses to judge’s questioning.

 

6. Responses to bench questions are logical and thorough.

 

 

 

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