The Robert Orseck Moot Court Competition emphasizes appellate advocacy. College law school teams submit a brief in response to a moot court problem, posted on this page in the spring, culminating in oral arguments held annually at The Florida Bar Convention. The arguments are heard by esteemed members of the judiciary, including the Florida Supreme Court, members of the Florida District Court of Appeal, Florida Circuit Court judges, Florida County Court judges, and members of the Bar.

Robert Orseck, in whose honor the YLD competition is named, was a highly regarded appellate attorney who made significant contributions to the development of Florida’s common law during his 15 years in practice, handling hundreds of appeals – 159 of which resulted in opinions. Orseck died in June 1978, while attempting to save the lives of drowning children.

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