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ABOUT US
Legis Festis is the most prestigious legal-oriented fest in Chennai, at the school level, conducted by the Legal Studies Department of Chettinad Vidyashram. Legis Festis 2026, the 11th edition since 2015, marks the beginning of the second decade of the event's legacy. It provides a platform for law aspirants and orators alike to showcase their talent and expertise in legalities and debate.
STATISTICS
20+
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SCHOOLS PARTICIPATING
EDITIONS SINCE 2015
700+
PARTICIPANTS
3
DAYS
GRADES 9 - 12
EXTERNALS + INTERNALS
LAWYERS' UP
31 JULY 2026
GRADES 9 - 12
EXTERNALS + INTERNALS
31 JULY 2026
GRADES 6 - 8
INTERNALS ONLY
1 AUGUST 2026
GRADES 11 - 12
EVENTS
SENIOR SYMPOSIUM
JUNIOR SYMPOSIUM
30 JULY 2026
GRADES 9 - 12
31 JULY 2026
EXTERNALS + INTERNALS
EXTERNALS + INTERNALS
LAWYERS' UP
31 JULY 2026
GRADES 6 - 8
GRADES 9 - 12
EXTERNALS + INTERNALS
INTERNALS ONLY
MOOT COURT
EXTERNALS + INTERNALS
GRADES 11 - 12
JUNIOR SYMPOSIUM
Senior Symposium is a formal multi-round discussion event in which teams of students investigate, analyse, and present their stance on global, legal and social issues. It is designed to mirror the structured, evidence-based discussions typical of high-level academic and policy settings. Participants are expected to approach their chosen topic with rigour, developing a well-researched and clearly reasoned position communicated through both a prepared PowerPoint presentation and individual oral delivery. Participants are evaluated on the content and coherence of their arguments, their confidence, clarity of expression, and ability to answer questions spontaneously. Open to students from Grades 9 through 12.
SENIOR SYMPOSIUM
1 AUGUST 2026
DAY 1
DAY 2
DAY 2
DAY 3
MOOT COURT
DAY 2
DAY 2
DAY 3
LAWYERS' UP
Lawyers' Up is a competitive legal debate event in which participants take on the roles of opposing counsel and argue an impromptu fictional legal case before a panel of judges. Participants receive a simple hypothetical case and must argue the position assigned to them, regardless of personal opinion. Unlike Moot Court (which focuses on legal proceedings, doctrines, laws and precedent), Lawyers' Up is much more fluid, focusing on rhetoric and legal principles. It evaluates a participant's grasp of legal principles and procedure, and their ability to anticipate counterarguments, respond under pressure, and maintain the composure of a practising advocate. Open to students from Grades 9 through 12.
JUNIOR SYMPOSIUM
Junior Symposium is a creative and expressive competition designed to introduce younger students to legal awareness and civic thought. It comprises three formats — Poster Making, Speech, and Essay Writing — each offering a different medium to explore and articulate social and legal issues. Open exclusively to Chettinad Vidyashram students, Grades 6 through 8.
MOOT COURT
Moot Court is a simulated court proceeding in which participants argue hypothetical legal cases before a panel of judges. Modelled on the appellate phase of litigation, students act as lawyers and present legal arguments rather than examining witnesses or introducing evidence. Participants receive a fictional case and deliver oral arguments supporting one side; judges may pose questions to test their legal understanding. Participants are evaluated on the strength of their arguments, their understanding of the law, and their court manners before the bench. Open to students from Grades 11 and 12.
CONTACT US
MANAGING COMMITTEE
CHAIRMAN: RAM C V - 98842 87080
VICE PRESIDENT: ILAKIYA R - 98402 18901
PRESIDENT: SAIKRISHNA VIJAY - 63833 20416
SECRETARY: A DEEKSHA - 95020 45672
COORDINATOR: SMRITHI SRIKRISHNA - 72005 90489
BAVNA - 73054 26580
VARNA - 93855 86489
RINSON DAVID - 98845 85785
EXTERNAL PARTICIPATION COMMITTEE
ASSOCIATE SECRETARY: VISHVAG B S - 93609 71609
EXTERNAL PARTICIPATION COMMITTEE
MANAGING COMMITTEE
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