Here is a sample summary score sheet (similar to the ones the judges in the intramural competition will use).
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Moot Court Society
Intramural Moot Court Score Sheet
Competitor _______________________________
Judge ___________________________________
Circle one: Petitioner Respondent
Circle one: Issue 1 Issue 2
| Category | Factors (Illustrative, not Comprehensive) | % of total score |
|---|---|---|
| Research, Preparation and Organization | Identifying Self and Co-Counsel, Identifying Client and Client's Position, Statement of Issues, "Road Map", Prayer for Relief, Knowledge of Record, Effective Citation to Authority, Grasp of Legal Principles at Issue, Appropriate Amount of Reference to Notes | 25% of total score |
| Answering Questions | Responsiveness, Ability to Think on Feet, Flexibility, Creativity, Listening, Not Interrupting Bench, Candor About Ignorance, Necessary Concessions, Ability to Weave Questions into Argument, Engaging Entire Bench, Welcoming of Questions, Using Questions to Advantage, Transitions Following Response | 30% of total score |
| Persuasiveness, Regardless of Merits | Use of Facts, Legally Emotionally, Persuasive Context, Use of Policy, Effectiveness of Rebuttal, Sense of Conviction, Advocacy Tone | 20% of total score |
| Forensic Performance | Eye Contact, Unnecessary Reading, Effective Use of Notes, Clarity of Presentation, Issue Transitions, Proper and Effective Case Citation, Effective Use of Time, Deference Toward Bench, Argumentative vs. Informative Attitude, Nervousness, Gestures, Mannerisms, Postures, Impression, Voice, Audibility, Tone, Rate of Speech, Pronunciation, Grammar | 10% of total score |
| Courtroom Conduct | Compliance With Time Limit, Inappropriate Use of First Person, Inappropriate Slang, Humor, Familiarity | 10% of total score |
| Judge's Intuition | Presence and Potential, Overall Impression | 5% of total score |
