Norwich High School Mock Trial members stand with legal professionals from around Chenango County in the Chenango County Courthouse after the students were awarded a plaque for their efforts. (Photo by Zachary Meseck)

NORWICH – After a hard fought season, the Norwich Mock Trial team placed first in Chenango County, and made it to the semi-finals in New York State for the first time in years and despite the difficulties of the pandemic.

The event occurred at 9 a.m. on Friday morning and numerous local legal representatives and judicial representatives were in attendance.

New York State Supreme Court Appellate Division Justice Elizabeth Garry spoke at the event and applauded the Norwich Mock Trial team’s efforts, along with the efforts of all of the guest judges that helped throughout the year.