This is an experiential skills course that will guide students through the major components of pretrial and trial practice in the context of medical malpractice and healthcare law litigation. The purpose of this course is to foster professionalism, ethics, and excellence in trial advocacy. Students will receive a fictional legal case and will represent both plaintiff and defendant in various aspects of the pretrial and trial process. Students will gain "hands-on" experience as they argue pretrial motions and conduct voir dire; motion arguments; opening statement; direct/cross examination; and closing argument. The course is designed to offer these teachings in the context of medical malpractice and healthcare law litigation, exposing students to the nuances of this area of practice and inspiring them to consider this practice area. Credit earned in this course counts toward the Experiential Skills requirement.