Every book has a purpose and this one is no different. This book is primarily aimed at students who are interested in participating in an international mooting competition. However, many of the strategies outlined in the book apply also to domestic moots, as well as to general preparation for exams and assignments. Many coaches of moot teams will find the tips suggested in this book to be extremely helpful in achieving success for their team.

The book is based on the fundamental premise that mooting, and in particular mooting at international competitions, should be fun. The fact that you are participating in a competition is simply the framework that will enable you to have fun. Winning the competition should not be your ultimate goal. Winning is certainly a worthy goal and achievement. However, the knowledge and experience you acquire along the way, and the lifelong friends you will make, are ultimately worth more than your name on a trophy.

In 1999 I was part of the Deakin University team that participated in and won the oral hearings of the Willem C Vis International Arbitration Moot held in Vienna, Austria. I have also coached teams to success in other moot competitions. At the inaugural Madhav Rao Scindia International Moot Court Competition, hosted by the University of Delhi, my students won three of the four prizes on offer, including winning the moot itself. In addition, my students have won numerous individual awards.