NELA Trial Boot Camp teaches workers’ rights advocates how to win. Over three intensive days, you will step into the courtroom—not as a spectator, but as an advocate—practicing voir dire, opening statements, direct and cross-examination, and closing arguments under the guidance of seasoned trial lawyers who will push you to be your best.
NELA
Empowering Workers' Rights Attorneys
Why Trial Boot Camp?
Whether you have never tried a case or you’re preparing for your tenth, NELA Trial Boot Camp meets you where you are.
What You Will Walk Away With
Concrete, career-changing skills—not just CLE hours.
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Trial-Ready Confidence
Perform under simulated courtroom pressure and eliminate nerves before your next real trial.
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Sharpened Advocacy Skills
Refine your voir dire, opening & closing, and cross-examination techniques.
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Expert Critiques
Get honest, actionable feedback from veteran NELA trial experts.
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Real-Time Networking
Build lasting connections with workers’ rights advocates from across the country.
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Strategic Frameworks
Leave with field-tested strategies for jury selection, storytelling, and more.
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CLE Credit
Earn more than 20 continuing legal education credits while completing hands-on training.
Who Should Attend
Trial Boot Camp is designed for plaintiffs’ employment attorneys
at every stage of their career.
Early-Career Associates
Preparing for your first trial? Boot Camp gives you a realistic, low-stakes environment to build foundational skills fast.
Mid-Career Litigators
Already tried cases but want to sharpen a specific skill? The Advocate track provides expert coaching.
Experienced Trial Attorneys
Veterans benefit from fresh perspectives, peer feedback, and the chance to mentor the next generation of advocates.
Observers & Learners
Not ready for mock trials? The Camper track lets you absorb top-notch training at your own pace.
Choose Your Experience
Two ways to participate—both designed to accelerate your growth as a trial attorney.
Both Advocates and Campers will be assigned to a Trial Team based on experience level. Each Trial Team will be led by the same Trial Team Leader over the course of the three-day Boot Camp.
Trial Boot Camp Advocate
For attorneys ready to present their case
- Participate in skill-building workshops
- Conduct two 3-hour mock trials
- Receive real-time expert feedback
- Observe and learn from fellow advocates
- Develop your individual trial style
Trial Boot Camp Camper
For attorneys who learn by observing the best
- Attend all lectures & demonstrations
- Observe live skill-building workshops
- Watch mock trials and expert critiques
- Placed on Trial Teams by experience level
- Leave with a full playbook of techniques
What Previous Participants Say
Great feedback—very encouraging while also giving helpful feedback for improvement. Made me feel welcomed.
It was powerful. The energy in the room; all the lawyers were so welcoming.
The team leaders thoughtfully gave excellent feedback. Very detailed and honestly done masterfully.
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