Volunteers for a mock trial

On June 30 and July 2, 2009, the Clerk’s Office will host two separate groups of high school students from the Upward Bound program at USM. Upward Bound serves income-eligible students, providing them with guidance and support to graduate from high school and prepare for college. For more information about Upward Bound at USM, visit: http://usm.maine.edu/upwardbound/Pages/WhatisUB1.html

To ensure an enjoyable and educational experience for the students, the Clerk’s Office is looking for volunteers from the Bar to assist students with a semi-scripted mock trial to be held in one of our courtrooms. The mock trial, including preparation and debriefing, will probably take 1 ½ to 2 hours. No preparation is required of the volunteers.

Will your firm have law student associates on staff this summer? If you think that your student associates would be interested in volunteering, the Clerk’s Office is also hoping to give the Upward Bound students an opportunity to interact with law students and/or recent law school graduates who could talk about their career choices and educational experiences.

If you are interested in volunteering and/or have any questions, please contact:

Renee M. Bender, renee@med.uscourts.gov

(207) 780-3356 ext. 2219