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Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Landskroner Foundation for Children 15th Annual Law Student Closing Argument Competition

Thursday, October 24, 2013

Open to 2nd and 3rd year law students from Ohio law schools who will give a 15 minute closing argument in a civil case for the plaintiff, a catastrophically injured child. Argument will be on damages only. Fact pattern, exhibits, and demonstrative evidence will be furnished.

National and local team of judges, including experienced trial lawyers with   over 20 years of experience, media personalities, judicial officials, and child advocates.

The top three students will receive cash scholarship awards of $750 for 1st place, $500 for second place and $200 for third place. All participants are invited to attend a reception to follow at the law offices of Landskroner · Grieco · Merriman, LLC located in Cleveland’s warehouse district.

Although all participants are invited to attend the entire evening of competition, it is only necessary to be present 30 minutes in advance of the pre-assigned time for argument.

Deadline for applications is October 14, 2013. Competition limited to 12 contestants ~ apply today!

To apply, please contact:
Landskroner · Grieco · Merriman, LLC @ (216) 522-9000. Ask for Anathea or email anathea@lgmlegal.com

Sponsored By: The Landskroner Foundation for Children and the Landskroner • Grieco • Merriman Law Firm


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