Mock Trial Wins 2026 Essex County Championship | News Stories

Mock Trial Wins 2026 Essex County Championship | News Stories
Mock Trial Wins 2026 Essex County Championship
Mock Trial Wins 2026 Essex County Championship
February
12
2026
Newark Academy’s Mock Trial Team defeated cross-town rival Livingston High School to win its fourth Essex County Championship in five years on Tuesday, February 10 at the Newark Municipal Court.
The team took the No. 1 spot out of 20 other schools competing in the tournament and now advances to the regional competition.
“This was far more than just a ‘win’ for us,” says
Elle Gjivoje '26
, a club leader and attorney for the defense team. “It felt like a meaningful acknowledgment of the countless hours of practice, preparation and discussion we’ve put in since October.”
The team was supported by alumni coaches
George Brandley '03, Matt Mandel '90, Esq.
and
the Hon. Leo M. Gordon '69
as well as faculty advisors Mr. Hawk and Ms. Lusamba.
“We’re grateful for the opportunity to represent Newark Academy, and we are so thankful to our in‑school and alumni advisors for challenging us, supporting us, and staying deeply invested in our growth every step of the way,” Elle says.
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