BHS Mock Trial
Mission Statement
Mission Statement
Mission Statement
The Mock Trial team focuses on learning about the courtroom, the law and the rules of evidence. We enhance your public speaking skills and create confidence as you walk into any room, not just a courthouse.
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Mock Trial
Mission Statement
Mission Statement
The Los Angeles Mock Trial Program is an academic competition in which over 2,500 high school and middle school students compete at the county level. Student teams study a hypothetical case, conduct legal research, and receive guidance from volunteer attorneys in courtroom procedures and trial preparation. The trial itself is a simulatio
The Los Angeles Mock Trial Program is an academic competition in which over 2,500 high school and middle school students compete at the county level. Student teams study a hypothetical case, conduct legal research, and receive guidance from volunteer attorneys in courtroom procedures and trial preparation. The trial itself is a simulation of a criminal case, in which students portray lawyers, witnesses, court clerks, and bailiffs, thus acquiring a working knowledge of our judicial system while developing their analytical abilities and communication skills.
About Us
2024-25 Board
2024-25 Board
2024-25 Board
President: Rubina Mnatsakanyan
Vice President: Renu Dommeti
(2023 Best Pre-Trial Attorney and 2024 Best Prosecution Attorney Award Winner)
Secretary: Janice Kim
Treasurer: Anna Badalyan
ASB Representative: Arneh Megerdichian
Public Relations and Marketing: Oliver Goldman
Director
2024-25 Board
2024-25 Board
Coach Diamond has been a criminal defense attorney for 24 years. He is the director of the BHS Mock Trial and Criminal Justice Academy. He has taught "Law and the Courts" at Woodbury University, Trial Advocacy at Southwestern Law School, and served as a Judge Pro Tem for 10 years in the Los Angeles Superior Court. He has also served as
Coach Diamond has been a criminal defense attorney for 24 years. He is the director of the BHS Mock Trial and Criminal Justice Academy. He has taught "Law and the Courts" at Woodbury University, Trial Advocacy at Southwestern Law School, and served as a Judge Pro Tem for 10 years in the Los Angeles Superior Court. He has also served as the mock trial coach at Brentwood High School and Royal High School. He was honored to be selected as the 2024 Outstanding Attorney Coach by Teach Democracy.
Advisor
2024-25 Board
Advisor
Jacob Flores has been assisting with the program for several years. He also serves as the NAF counselor at BHS. He assists with all the logistical needs of the team as well as actively participating in all practices and scrimmages.
Donations
Help Our Program
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and fund our mission. You may click on the link to make a direct contribution or mail a check to:
Burbank High School
Attn: Accounting Department/Mock Trial
902 N 3rd Street
Burbank, CA 91502
