“The Young Litigators inspires youth to think critically, speak confidently, and advocate effectively through hands-on legal education.”
“On behalf of our entire club, I’d like to sincerely thank everyone who helped make this competition possible. As the first event of its kind participated in by a British school for young aspiring lawyers, it was a milestone we’re incredibly proud of. This experience has not only inspired us, but also empowered us to think, speak, and grow as future leaders in law. We’re genuinely grateful to the organizers, judges, and supporters who saw our potential and believed in us. Thanks for making it possible.”
The Young Litigators
The Young Litigators Project is an innovative program that engages youth in exploring pressing legal and social issues through hands-on collaboration with volunteer attorneys and law students.
During the fall semester, participants dive into the fundamentals of legal research, learning to write briefs, cite case law, and analyze statutes with guidance from experienced legal professionals. The program addresses topics that directly or indirectly impact young people, such as immigration, voter suppression, stand-your-ground laws, and environmental justice. These subjects not only resonate with the participants’ experiences but also expand their understanding of broader societal challenges.
In the spring, students transition from research to advocacy by honing their oral argument skills. Working in teams, they present their brief in front of a panel of distinguished judges, often involving cross-border collaboration with peers from other countries. This global perspective enriches their understanding of how laws intersect with diverse cultures and policy frameworks.
The Young Litigators Project instills critical thinking, effective communication, and confidence in young participants, while exposing them to potential career paths in law and public policy. By tackling real-world issues, the program empowers the next generation to become informed citizens and proactive changemakers in their communities and beyond.
The Young Litigators Moot Court Panelist
The Honorable Carol Hunstein - Supreme Court of Georgia
The Honorable Harris-Hines - Supreme Court of Georgia
The Honorable Harold Melton - Supreme Court of Georgia
The Honorable David E. Nahmias - Supreme Court of Georgia
Justice Carla Wong McMillian - Supreme Court of Georgia
U.S. District Judge Catherine Salinas - U.S. District Court for Northern District of Georgia
Senior Judge Peter J. Messitte - U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland
Chief Judge Robert McBurney - Fulton County Superior Court of Georgia
Chief Judge Renata Turner - Fulton County Juvenile Court
Judge Caren Cloud - Fulton County Juvenile Court
Judge Johnny Mason - State Board of Workers Compensation
Staff Attorney Nancy Miller - U.S. Court of Appeals Eleventh Circuit
Staff Attorney Sarah Rasalam - U.S. Court of Appeals Eleventh Circuit
Attorney Cora Graves - Cobb County School District
Attorney Adam Sutton - Cordell & Cordell Law Firm
Attorney Michael Manely - The Manely Law Firm
Attorney Benjamin Crump - Ben Crump Law Firm
Attorney Chantel Mullen - Mullen & Associates
Attorney Phi Nquyen - Asian Americans Advancing Justice
Attorney Sean Young - ACLU of Georgia
Professor Ray Sobelson - Georgia State University College of Law
Mrs. Sheila Manely - The Manely Law Firm
Ms. Monica Lyer - Assistant Professor Georgia State Law School
Mr. Jonathan Todres - Professor Georgia State Law School
Mr. Chad Alexis - Assistant County Counsel Fulton County