The Mardi Gras Competition is an appellate advocacy tournament, which has established a reputation as one of the most exciting and enjoyable competitions in the country. Now in our 15th year, we intend to continue the success of past tournaments by providing another exciting sports law problem, as well as another field of teams from prestigious law schools around the country.
The Mardi Gras Invitational is held during New Orleans' famed Mardi Gras festival. This year, the tournament will begin on the morning of Wednesday, February 10, 2010. The Final Round is scheduled for argument on Friday, February 12, 2010 at the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. The competitors will be treated to activities, which celebrate the unique spirit of the Mardi Gras season. In the past, this has included grandstand seats for a Mardi Gras parade, a balcony overlooking Bourbon Street, and dinners at some of New Orleans’ many fine restaurants.
Competition Rules
The 2010 Mardi Gras Competition Rules are attached here. Please review them carefully.
Schedule of Events
Please see the enclosed document, which sets out the schedule for the 2010 Mardi Gras Invitational Competition.
Schedules - Rounds 1 and 2
Please see the enclosed document, which sets out the schedule for the first two rounds of the 2010 Mardi Gras Invitational Competition.
Team Briefs
Below are the briefs submitted by teams in advance of this year's competition:
Team 11
Team 12
Team 13
Team 14
Team 15
Team 16
Team 17
Team 18
Team 19
Team 20
Team 21
Team 22
Team 23
Team 24
Team 25
Team 26
Team 27
Team 28
Team 29
Team 30
Team 31
Team 32
Team 33
Team 34
Team 35
Team 36
Team 37
Team 38
Team 39 (a), (b)
Team 40
Team 41
Team 42
Team 43
Team 44
Team 45
Team 46
Team 47 (1), (2), (3)
Team 48
Team 49
Team 50