RGU law students triumph again at Granite City Moot

The student rivals engaged in a lively legal debate in front of Sheriff JA Brown and academics and students from both universities.

RGU, winners for a second consecutive year, saw off stiff competition from Aberdeen University, with Kieran Clegg and Fraser Simpson, law undergraduates accepting the prize from Shaun George, a partner at sponsors Brodies.

The problem set to the students this year involved a criminal appeal in a case involving the Offensive Behaviour at Football legislation and the legal elements of an assault charge.

RGU lecturer and moot coordinator Val Bremner said: “Both teams are given a problem scenario with a real legal problem set around a fictitious set of facts.

“They have to research a complex area of law, construct an argument which clearly and convincingly sets out why their client should win the case, and then deliver that argument in a way that will persuade the judge.”

Commenting on their win, Val added: “We were absolutely delighted to win this year’s Granite City Moot. Kieran and Fraser rose to the challenge and presented their arguments very well.

“This event is a great opportunity for students to test their skills in a real setting, in front of a real sheriff and members of the local law community.”