Ever imagined yourself locked in a courtroom battle of wits with a clients future at stake? Well Witness Examination might just be for you!

Senior Witness Examination

Simulating a criminal trial, Witness Examination (or WitEx to old hands) sees you prepare either a criminal defence or prosecution and present your case before a judge! Master the skills of Examination-in-Chief, Cross-Examination, Criminal Procedure, and of course Objections, in a friendly yet competitive setting.

Open to all Murdoch Student Law Society Members, Senior Witness Examination is a great way to further develop your skills, liaise with top-tier firms, meet other students and have a tonne of fun along the way! 

Time Commitment

  • Two general rounds over two weeks.

  • Knockout finals and grand final

  • Given 24 hours prep time

Dates

  • Crash Course: 10 August 2026

  • Initial Question Release: 24 hours before Round 1

  • Round 1: Week of 17 August 2026

  • Round 2: Week of 24 August 2026

  • Grand final: TBC 21 September

Please forward any questions to the Competitions Team at comps.team@msls.asn.au

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