St. Augustine Legal Affairs (STALA) Issue 2 | Page 36

I would definitely recommend
mooting to other students because of the practical experience
and knowledge that is gained
from the course. Once these
skills are attained there is no
doubt in my mind that they will
assist (us students) when it is
time to make the transition into
the world of work.
How did the preparation
for the Moot Competition affect your usual
Law workload?
Preparing for Jessup did affect
my usual Law workload because I found myself in some
instances sacrificing my other
courses for Mooting and vice-aversa. However the experience
gained was priceless and it has
reminded me of the importance
of finding the balance somehow
between spiritual, social and academic life.
What advice would you
give other students who
are interested in Mooting?
Prepare, Balance, Execute.
Prepare: In my mind the preparation stage does not come to an
end as it is essential at every
level in mooting; before, during
and after you write the memorial this stage continues. Balance:
Remember you will have other
courses to handle during the semester, do not neglect them. Execute: This is where the previous
preparation comes into play,
enjoy the moment, think carefully of the questions asked and
stand firm on your point.

Any other comments?
a. Mooting should at no time be
underestimated as a course or be
looked at as an easier course, it
requires the same level of dedication you would give other law
courses.
b. A personal motto I live by is
stay focused, do your best and
God will do the rest!!

TRIBUTE TO
MS ELIAS-ROBERTS
By David Edmund
The intention is to present a representation of a woman who
has impacted my life. Mrs. Alicia Elias-Roberts has instructed
me in three courses, and through her guidance I have become
wiser. I will consider; Mrs. Robert during her lectures; during
her tutorials; during her office hours and conclude.
Mrs. Roberts during her lectures asserts herself as committed,
competent, confident and creative. On her punctual arrival she
enters the class and acknowledges the students’ presence. She
worked beyond the call of duty and spoke with love for the
law. One day when it was evident that she is under the weather,
in spite of her condition, she continued to share her knowledge with us.
Furthermore, her competence is manifested when she simplifies complex legal principles. While her confidence is present,
she is humble to acknowledge valid contributions of students
and is transparent to say she does not know but will research
for an answer. Some say that the study of law is mundane, but
Mrs. Roberts through her activities in lectures and incentives
brings creativity to the legal studies.
In addition to the traits mentioned above, Mrs. Roberts during
tutorials, proves herself as a challenger and a disciplinarian. She
encourages and challenges students to do critical and analytical
thinking by asking us to consider hidden issues or unresolved
legal questions. When she is displeased with our level of preparedness for tutorials and lectures, she has a unique way of
using her words and actions to gently bruise our conscience.
She reinforces that one day we will be lawyers and people’s
lives will depend on our competence and commitment to the
law.
Mrs. Roberts during her office hours projects herself as a
mother. She holds one’s hands and guides one through the
legal thorns in the road of ea