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Have you checked out this month's Review magazine? This issue covers topics like Native Americans and their influence in Illinois, an Advocacy Update, Legal Brief and more. Read the magazine at iml.org/review.

Reading about the Ames Moot Court Competition really solidifies just how deeply rooted Harvard Law is in fostering excellence in legal education and advocacy. The tradition of the competition, which "has been one of the most prestigious competitions for appellate brief writing and advocacy in the nation" for over 100 years🤯, speaks to the school’s commitment to developing lawyers who excel in both written and oral argument. The fact that "winners have been memorialized on bronze plaques in Langdell Hall" 🎓 makes it clear that this competition is more than just an event it’s a milestone that carries real weight and prestige within the legal community🤌🏿. What I find especially inspiring is how the competition has grown out of the long history of legal education at Harvard Law. The article mentions how "arguing mock cases was an integral pedagogical component of legal education in the law school’s earliest days," and I love that this tradition still carries forward today. It’s clear that Harvard Law doesn’t just teach students about law it teaches us the value of technique, preparation, and advocacy, all of which are put to the test in the Ames Court. The thought of standing in the Ames Courtroom, presenting before such an esteemed panel of jurists, is both humbling and exciting. The fact that “a justice of the U.S. Supreme Court is usually a member of the three-judge panel” is nothing short of inspiring. To be able to argue before legal giants, some of whom have shaped the law we study, would be the ultimate test of one’s skills and knowledge. I love how this competition really reflects the ideals of Harvard Law academic rigor, excellence in advocacy, and a commitment to shaping leaders in the legal field. I can’t help but envision myself participating in the Ames Moot Court one day, standing before those distinguished judges, following in the footsteps of those who have come before me. The history, the preparation, the hard work all of it comes together to produce not only a rigorous academic experience but a true honor. It makes me more determined to pursue my legal education at Harvard and eventually carry on the incredible legacy of the Ames Moot Court, just as past participants have done for over a century.

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Check out the latest episode of ABA Inside Track! They discuss a passion of mine: public policy in behavior analysis. 4 excellent papers are discussed, including my paper The Public Policy Advocacy Actions Checklist. 🤩 https://lnkd.in/gTGVbdtQ

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Curious about what TLC offers? Hear from those considering the program for the first time. Explore the unique approach to jury selection, where participants learn to form connections with jurors, creating a cohesive 'tribe' in the courtroom. Discover how handling negative juror comments is just as crucial as speaking words. Experience firsthand the impact of TLC's methods. Join us at the Southern California Regional Course this April 11th-14th, 2024, and revolutionize your trial advocacy. Register now to learn the art of connection and persuasion: https://lnkd.in/eCWpVxZ7. #JurySelection #TrialAdvocacy #CourtroomConnection #LegalSkills

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