Judges

We are looking for volunteer moot court oral argument judges for Friday, March 20 and Saturday, March 21, 2026. Interested in judging the 21st Annual National Child Welfare and Adoption Law Moot Court Competition? Register here. 

Individuals eligible to serve as judges for the competition must hold a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.

Judges are responsible for making their own travel and lodging arrangements. For convenience, a list of nearby hotels is provided below:

The Westin Great Southern Columbus 

Holiday Inn Columbus Downtown Capitol Square

Residence Inn by Marriott Columbus Downtown

The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square

We are grateful for the time and expertise our judges contribute to the competition and appreciate their participation.