YOUNG legal eagles swooped on the courtroom to find out more about careers in law.

Pupils at Eden Boy School took part in a mock trial, taking on a number of roles to try a "defendant" to learn about the legal system

Year Eight pupils took part in the exercise held at the University of Bolton and led by retired magistrate Mike Phillips

Pupil Yusuf Umarji said:"There were many things I learnt about the role of magistrates.

" It was a very valuable experience because I am considering a career in law in the future.”