2025-2026 Executive Council
Austin Boyd
President
I love Moot Court because it teaches soft skills like dedication and public speaking alongside hard skills like legal reasoning and case law reading. Moot Court can be either very lighthearted, team-focused or it can be an outlet for your competitive drive!
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I didn't even consider pursuing law until last year; it's never too late to hop in and join!
Sean Newman
Treasurer
Moot Court is a great environment to apply learning from my studies in my Political Science major and minors in Philosophy and Communications. I love studying persuasion and am proud to be part of a great team of legal scholars who share similar passions.
Patricia Rocha
Vice President
Moot Court has been a transformative experience for my oral advocacy skills, case law comprehension, and confidence. It is more than competitions; Moot Court is a space to advance intellectually by learning to prepare for anything and where I found my passion for the law.
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Something people may not know about Moot Court is how it turns your mental wheels outside of practice or competition. I catch myself thinking of case law and precedent in everyday conversations! Here's a pro-tip for those interested: treat any question from a judge as a way to steer the conversation back to your strongest point.
Julia Daniel
Secretary
Participating in Moot Court has sharpened my public speaking & advocacy skills by pushing me to think on my feet when responding to complex legal questions under pressure. Through repeated oral arguments, I've learned how to present my ideas with clarity, precision, and confidence before panels of experienced judges.
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One thing people may not realize about Moot Court is how collaborative it is; behind every oralist is a team that helped shape arguments during practice. Here's a pro-tip: never underestimate the importance of knowing the record as it is often key to handling tough questions.
Maitlynn Burk
Media Manager
Moot Court has been amazing for helping me better understand how to read and interpret our laws and constitutional rights. It has pushed me to make logical arguments with clarity. I truly believe the work I've done here will prepare me for law school and my dream to make the world a better place for everyone.
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One tip for dealing with nerves is to think of this activity as casual, intellectual conversation with peers.
Whether they are organizing tryouts, running practices, or chaperoning competitions, our executive board helps keep UNT Moot Court running.
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If you are interested in trying out for the team, reach out to an executive for help with understanding case law, developing your argument, and refining your presentation.
2024-2025 Executive Council
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Quinn Kelly
President
My name is Quinn Kelly and I am a senior majoring in Political Science with a Legal Studies in Business with a legal studies certificate. This will be my fourth year on the UNT Moot Court Team, and I cannot adequately express how excited I am to be serving as President for this team. I have wanted to be an attorney since age 8 and Moot Court has become a beloved and crucial stepping stone on that journey for me. Outside of the Moot Court team, I enjoy yoga, pilates, consuming any form of true crime media, and boating. I am eagerly anticipating working on the team with you all next season!
Logan Metcalf
Treasurer
Hello, my name is Logan Metcalf, and I am the Treasurer of UNT’s Moot Court team. As far back as I could remember I have been fascinated by the field of political science and everything that falls under its umbrella, including law. This led me to attend UNT where I am now studying political science as an undergraduate with intentions to attend law school after I graduate. I look forward to working with all members of the team to ensure we are all the best possible advocates we can be.
Ashlyn Dodson
Vice President
Hello! I am a senior at UNT majoring in political science and minoring in legal studies in business. Moot court is a great community with amazing opportunities and I am thrilled to serve as Vice President! When I’m not in school or serving pancakes at Seven Mile Cafe, I enjoy reading, singing jazz, and playing with my cat, Rant. I’m excited for an awesome year!
Patricia Rocha
Secretary
My name is Patricia Rocha, I am a sophomore and currently majoring in Political Science, double minoring in criminal justice and Spanish, with a legal certificate. I am a cosmetologist and love doing hair! I also love anything that has to do with animals and/or ice-cream.
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Abigail Casanova
Marshall
I am a political science major, with a minor in journalism. This will be my third year on the team. Some of my favorite things to do are fun crafts, writing, long distance running, trying new restaurants, and playing with my kitty. I'm super excited for the 2024-2025 season!