Jones Day German National Rounds of the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition 2027
**Jones Day German National Rounds of the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition 2027** is a college-level moot court competition held in Berlin, Germany, from February 24–27, 2027. Participants prepare written memorials and deliver oral arguments before judges on a hypothetical case of public international law, developing legal research, written advocacy, and courtroom presentation skills specific to international dispute resolution.
Why it matters
For students interested in public international law, this event offers a chance to participate in a well-known moot court setting at the national level. It is especially relevant for college delegates looking to develop legal argumentation, advocacy, and courtroom-style presentation skills.
Because this is an in-person event in Berlin, attendees can expect a focused competitive environment that rewards preparation, clear reasoning, and confident oral advocacy. For many delegates, national rounds are also a valuable benchmark for measuring their skills against other university-level participants.
How to prepare
Prepare by strengthening your core public international law foundations and practicing how to turn legal research into concise oral submissions. Focus on building clear arguments, anticipating counterarguments, and responding directly to judges’ questions under time pressure.
It also helps to rehearse as a team: divide issues efficiently, refine speaking roles, and run multiple practice pleadings. In addition to substantive law, pay close attention to moot court basics such as structure, transitions, courtroom etiquette, and persuasive delivery.