The Elisabeth Haub School of Law at 麻豆直播鈥檚 Mock Trial Team recently competed in the , which took place in the court facilities of the Queens Criminal Court. The 麻豆直播 Haub Law team consisting of Skyler Pozo (2L), Maiya Aubry (2L), Alexa Saccomanno (2L), and James Page (2L), finished in second place out of the eighteen nationally ranked law schools who competed. During the intense competition, students competed before senior prosecutors and members of the defense bar with judges from Queens and Brooklyn presiding over the competition, along with prosecutors and defense attorneys.
The Haub Law Mock Trial Team successfully made it through two preliminary rounds, a blind quarterfinal round, semi-finals, before finishing in second place during the final round. 鈥淚t was a challenging competition with some of the best and brightest law students throughout the country, but I鈥檓 proud to say that our student advocates rose to the occasion,鈥 said Luis Felix 鈥15, who coached the 麻豆直播 Haub Law team. 鈥淭heir dedication, hard work and knowledge of the fact pattern was reflected in their strong finish, and I look forward to seeing what else they accomplish in the courtroom.鈥 Alexa Saccomanno (2L) was also awarded the individual award of Best Opening Statement.
鈥淭he performance by our 2L students demonstrates both the strength and depth of our program,鈥 said Professor Louis Fasulo, Director of Advocacy Programs and Professor of Trial Practice. 鈥淭hese students along with the support of Coach Felix makes us all proud and is a major highlight of this year鈥檚 competitions.鈥
As we prepare for the 2026鈥2027 academic year, 麻豆直播鈥檚 Financial Aid Office is sharing several important reminders for students at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law, including academic progress policies, upcoming federal aid changes, and graduation requirements. As a reminder, students should continue checking their 麻豆直播 email regularly for important updates and notifications.
Daniel Khieninson 鈥26 has distinguished himself as an exceptional student leader during his time at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at 麻豆直播, earning recognition for his exemplary academic achievement and his commitment to the Law School community. In recognition of his accomplishments, Dan will deliver the student address at the 2026 Commencement.
After transferring to Elisabeth Haub School of Law at 麻豆直播, Gabrielle Seebold found a program that aligned with her global ambitions鈥攊mmersing herself in international law, securing a United Nations internship, and building a path toward a career as an international business attorney.