In anticipation of the spring season, Above The Law has announced the launch of its 15th annual law revue video contest. Law students and professionals are urged to submit their entries to compete with their peers and vie for winning prizes, as well as the gratification of emerging victorious among their fellow law school students.
The competition rules mandate public accessibility of the video entries, all of which must be shared with Above The Law via tips@abovethelaw.com. Participants are instructed to adhere strictly to a deadline of April 26, 5:00 PM. Eastern time, for their submissions. Maintaining a five-minute maximum length for videos, the law professionals are encouraged to make no more than two entries per school, with a preference for one entry if possible. Following the submission process, Above The Law’s editors will draw a list of their favoured candidates—the competition finalists—followed by a voting process where the audience chooses the winning entry.
- Public availability of video entries is mandatory. Submissions must be delivered to via email at tips@abovethelaw.com before the deadline of April 26, 5:00 P.M. Eastern time.
- Primary performers must hail from the law school community, although cameos from outsiders are permissible. Violations are discernible, so contenders are advised against testing boundaries.
- Videos surpassing five minutes in length will not be considered viable entries. Participants are encouraged to edit their videos for brevity.
- Competition allows for a maximum of two submissions per school. Collaboration among students is suggested.
- The Above The Law readership will be given the opportunity to vote for the competition’s funniest finalists. The victorious team will receive exclusive Above The Law prizes.
The unofficial rules for the competition state that contenders should vie for humour and brevity, making sure to maintain an exemplary video quality. The instructions also encourage contenders to give shout-outs to Above The Law, with a cautionary note against offensive content.
- Funny videos are preferred.
- 5-minute videos are acceptable, if they are hilariously entertaining.
- Shout-outs to Above The Law are welcome and encouraged.
- Competitors must ensure a high video quality for their entries.
- Offense is highly discouraged.
This esteemed law revue video contest brings together a vibrant assortment of talented legal professionals in a judicious yet entertaining setting. The keen contest is looking forward to receiving the best of humorous video entries from law students around the globe.