About Us
Legal Research and Analysis (LRA) is a dedicated platform focused on providing accurate and up-to-date legal insights. Our mission is to simplify complex legal matters, offering comprehensive research, analysis, and educational content. With a team of experienced legal professionals, we specialise in various legal fields, including family law, human rights, and global legislation.
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About the Course
The Certificate Course on Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) offers a dynamic and practical introduction to modern conflict-resolution methods that are transforming the legal and corporate world. Designed for students and professionals seeking faster, cost-effective alternatives to litigation, the course provides a strong foundation in negotiation, mediation, conciliation and arbitration.
Learners begin by understanding the growing importance of ADR in India’s legal system and gradually build expertise through immersive, skill-focused modules. The programme covers essential negotiation strategies, mediation processes, and the practical advantages of conciliation in preserving relationships and achieving amicable settlements. A comprehensive study of arbitration—including key provisions of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996—prepares participants to navigate both domestic and international disputes confidently.
With real-world relevance and hands-on insights, this course empowers you to become a skilled problem-solver capable of resolving conflicts efficiently and professionally. It is ideal for anyone looking to elevate their legal career or enter the ADR field.
Course Highlights
- Comprehensive introduction to negotiation, mediation, conciliation and arbitration.
- Practical insights into negotiation phases, BATNA/WATNA and dispute-resolution strategies.
- Step-by-step understanding of mediation processes, party preparation and best-practice guidelines.
- Detailed study of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, arbitral tribunals and enforcement of awards.
- Exposure to international commercial arbitration, major institutions and cross-border dispute challenges.
Course Overview
Aims & Objectives
- To equip learners with a strong foundation in negotiation, mediation, conciliation, and arbitration as effective alternatives to litigation.
- To develop practical skills for resolving disputes efficiently through strategic communication, problem-solving, and informed decision-making.
- To enhance understanding of the legal framework governing ADR, with emphasis on the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
- To prepare participants to apply ADR techniques in real-world domestic and international dispute scenarios.
- To promote a professional, ethical, and solution-oriented approach to managing conflicts across legal, corporate, and interpersonal settings.
Who Should Apply?
This course is ideal for law students, legal professionals, corporate employees, HR managers, mediators, and anyone interested in dispute resolution. It is especially beneficial for individuals seeking practical skills in negotiation and conflict management or aiming to build a career in arbitration, mediation, or other ADR mechanisms.
Schedule
- Duration: 4 Weeks
- Total No. of Classes: 10 (Including Orientation and Concluding Session)
- Frequency: Two classes per week
- Days: Wednesday and Thrusday
- Time: 7:00 – 8:00 PM
- Mode: Online (Google Meet)
Perks
- E-Certificate on Completion
- Internship Opportunity
- Letter of Recommendation
Course Curriculum
| Week 1 | ||
| Session 1: Orientation Session | Session 2: Foundations of ADR and the Indian Legal SystemOrigin of ADR in Indian Legal SystemNeed for alternatives to traditional courts | Session 3: Arbitration: History, Structure & Core ConceptsImportance of arbitrationOrigin and evolution, scope and extent of the 1996 Arbitration and Conciliation ActTypes of arbitration, Arbitration Agreement |
| Week 2 | |
| Session 4: NegotiationMeaning of negotiation and its role.Understanding BATNA and WATNAMajor phases of negotiation, from preparation to closing | Session 5: MediationMeaning and nature of mediationCore features, Essential elements, Benefits of mediation. |
| Week 3 | |
| Session 6: Conciliation & Comparison of ADR MethodsIntroduction to conciliationAdvantages and Key distinctions between arbitration, conciliation, mediation, and negotiation | Session 7: Arbitration Process & Legal FrameworkAppointment of arbitrators Powers and duties of the tribunalConduct of proceedingsCourt support and supervision |
| Week 4 | ||
| Session 8: Arbitral Awards, Enforcement & ChallengesNature and types of awardsEssentials of a valid awardEnforcement of domestic and foreign awardsGrounds for challenge | Session 9: International Commercial ArbitrationMeaning and scopeImportance in global business and cross-border transactionsRole of major arbitral institutions | Session 10: Concluding Session |
Mentors
Vishal Vyas
Civil Judge & Judicial Magistrate (Rajasthan Judicial Services)
Contact Us
- Call: 9458479236
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- Web Adress: www.legalresearchandanalysis.com
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