Our Goal

We hope that mock trial will be a fun and inclusive activity and a positive learning experience for everyone involved.  We also believe in the importance of providing an inclusive space for all to participate.  If you have any questions or comments, please let us know!

Meet Our Executive Board

Chantal Reyes
​President of Administrative Affairs

Chantal Reyes is one of the founders of the 2019 Mock Trial Team. Chantal manages financial and institutional logistics, and she specializes in lawyer training and performance.

Email: creyes1@swarthmore.edu

Scout Hayashi
​President of External Affairs

Scout Hayashi is one of the founders of the 2019 Mock Trial Team. Scout manages tournament  and travel logistics, and she does both lawyer and witness training and performance.
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​Email: shayash2@swarthmore.edu

Veronica Yabloko
​​President of Internal Affairs

Veronica Yabloko is one of the founders of the 2019 Mock Trial Team. Veronica manages team and communication logistics, and she specializes in lawyer training and performance.

​Email: vyablok1@swarthmore.edu

Meet Our Coach

Tanner Rouse is an award-winning former Assistant District Attorney in the Philadelphia DA’s Office. Prior to leaving the Office in October of 2017, Tanner successfully prosecuted hundreds of cases, including multiple verdicts of First Degree murder during his time in the prestigious homicide unit. He is currently a trial attorney at KOT Law where he recently recorded one of the largest verdicts in Bucks County history and serves as the Assistant Solicitor for the Delaware County Democratic Committee. He is currently a resident of Upper Providence Township with his wife Ursula and two small children.