The National University of Advanced Legal Studies (NUALS), Kochi, secured the Best Team Award at the 7th Kerala Law Academy Trial Advocacy (Hybrid) Competition 2026, a national-level trial advocacy competition organised in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
About the Competition
The 7th Kerala Law Academy Trial Advocacy (Hybrid) Competition 2026 was organised by Kerala Law Academy Law College, Thiruvananthapuram, in association with the Moot Court Society and the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Kerala Law Academy.
The competition provided a platform for law students to demonstrate their trial advocacy skills, courtroom presentation, legal reasoning, and ability to present arguments in a simulated legal setting.
NUALS Kochi Team Secures Best Team Award
The team representing the National University of Advanced Legal Studies (NUALS), Kochi, emerged as the recipient of the Best Team Award at the competition.
The winning team comprised the following members:
- Goutham Jayasankar
- Prarthana Dileep
- Lavanya Ramaswami
Their achievement highlights the importance of practical legal training and advocacy skills in legal education. Trial advocacy competitions allow law students to develop courtroom confidence, strengthen their understanding of legal procedure, and improve their ability to present cases effectively.
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Significance of Trial Advocacy Competitions
Trial advocacy competitions play an important role in bridging the gap between theoretical legal education and courtroom practice. They provide students with opportunities to practise case presentation, examine and analyse evidence, develop arguments, and improve their oral advocacy skills.
Such competitions also encourage teamwork, legal research, critical thinking, and professional development, helping aspiring advocates prepare for the practical demands of the legal profession.
Conclusion
NUALS Kochi’s achievement at the 7th Kerala Law Academy Trial Advocacy Competition 2026 marks a notable accomplishment for the university’s team. Congratulations to Goutham Jayasankar, Prarthana Dileep, and Lavanya Ramaswami on securing the Best Team Award.
Source: Information shared by NUALS Koch on Instagram.
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