Certificate Course on
Alternative Dispute
Resolution (ADR)
Master arbitration, mediation, negotiation & conciliation from a sitting Civil Judge. India's most practical ADR certificate course — covering BATNA, WATNA, international arbitration, arbitral awards, and real case-study-based training. Only ₹1,000.
India's Best ADR Certificate
Course Online — Taught by a Judge
India's courts are choking under 50 million+ pending cases. Governments, corporates, and individuals are rapidly turning to Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) — arbitration, mediation, negotiation, and conciliation — as the faster, cheaper, and more confidential way to resolve disputes. Yet most law graduates and professionals have never received structured, practical ADR training.
This online ADR certificate course changes that. In just 4 weekends, you will master the complete ADR landscape — from negotiation strategies like BATNA and WATNA to the full arbitration process, arbitral awards, and international arbitration under UNCITRAL and ICC frameworks.
What makes this course uniquely powerful is the mentor — Shri Vishal Vyas, a sitting Civil Judge & Judicial Magistrate in the Rajasthan Judicial Services. You are not learning ADR from a textbook author or a trainer. You are learning from a judge who sits in a court every day and sees how disputes are resolved — or fail to be resolved — in practice.
At just ₹1,000, this is the most affordable, highest-quality ADR training in India — backed by a judge's authority, a certificate you can proudly display, and a real internship opportunity for top performers.
Complete ADR Training — Arbitration to International Awards
All four major ADR methods + international frameworks in one course.
- 1Arbitration (Domestic & International)Process, procedure, arbitral awards & enforcement
- 2MediationFacilitative process, mediator's role, settlement agreement
- 3Negotiation — BATNA & WATNAStrategic negotiation frameworks for lawyers & professionals
- 4ConciliationConciliator's role, process under the A&C Act
- 5International ArbitrationUNCITRAL, ICC, New York Convention, enforcement
Why This is India's Best ADR Course in 2026
No competitor offers ADR training by a sitting judge, at ₹1,000, covering all four methods plus international arbitration in 4 weeks.
Taught by a Sitting Civil Judge
Shri Vishal Vyas is a Civil Judge & Judicial Magistrate in the Rajasthan Judicial Services — a sitting judge with daily courtroom experience. No NLU course, no online platform, and no coaching institute offers ADR training from an actively serving judge. This is your unfair advantage.
International Arbitration — Fully Covered
Most ADR courses in India cover only domestic arbitration. This course dedicates Week 4 to international arbitration — UNCITRAL rules, ICC framework, the New York Convention on enforcement, and cross-border dispute strategy. Essential for any lawyer targeting global practice.
BATNA & WATNA — Strategic Negotiation
Understanding BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement) and WATNA (Worst Alternative) is the foundation of every successful negotiation. This course teaches these frameworks with real case studies — giving you the strategic edge that most lawyers never learn.
4-Week Weekend Course — ₹1,000 Only
Complete your ADR certification in just 4 weekends. Classes on Saturday and Sunday at 8 PM — designed for busy law students, advocates, and working professionals. At ₹1,000, this is 86% cheaper than comparable ADR courses from NLUs and law schools across India.
Arbitration & Conciliation Act Aligned
Every session is grounded in the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (as amended), the Mediation Act 2023, and the Commercial Courts Act — ensuring your ADR knowledge is legally current, court-relevant, and immediately deployable in practice.
Beginner to Expert in 4 Weeks
Week 1 starts from ADR basics — what ADR is, why it matters, and how it works. By Week 4 you understand international arbitral awards, enforcement under the New York Convention, and the full spectrum of dispute resolution tools. Complete arc from foundation to professional ADR practice.
Everything You Master — Arbitration to International Awards
Four complete ADR methods, BATNA/WATNA strategy, international frameworks, and real case studies — all in 4 weekends.
Negotiation & BATNA/WATNA
Master strategic negotiation using the BATNA (Best Alternative to Negotiated Agreement) and WATNA (Worst Alternative) frameworks. Know exactly when to negotiate, when to walk away, and how to secure the best outcome for your client.
Mediation Process & Technique
Learn the facilitative mediation process under the Mediation Act 2023 — mediator selection, opening sessions, joint and private sessions, reality testing, and drafting settlement agreements. With real scenario exercises.
Conciliation Under A&C Act
Understand the distinction between mediation and conciliation, the conciliator's active role, Part III of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996, and when conciliation is the strategically preferred method.
Arbitration Process & Procedure
Master domestic arbitration procedure — arbitration agreement drafting, tribunal constitution, pleadings, evidence, hearings, interim measures, and the complete path from dispute to arbitral award under the A&C Act.
International Arbitration
Understand cross-border arbitration under UNCITRAL rules, ICC arbitration, SIAC, and the New York Convention on Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards — critical for any lawyer in commercial or corporate practice.
Arbitral Awards & Enforcement
Learn how arbitral awards are passed, how to challenge them under Section 34, how enforcement works under Section 36, and what makes an award invalid. Understand the interplay between arbitral awards and court jurisdiction.
Complete 4-Week ADR Curriculum
10 live sessions — from ADR foundations to international arbitration — structured for maximum practical impact under the guidance of a sitting Civil Judge.
Orientation & Introduction to ADR
Course overview and faculty introduction by Shri Vishal Vyas. Comprehensive introduction to Alternative Dispute Resolution — what ADR is, why India's justice system needs it (50 million+ pending cases), and how ADR compares to traditional litigation. Understand the four main ADR methods: arbitration, mediation, negotiation, and conciliation. Learn the constitutional and legislative framework governing ADR in India — the Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996, the Mediation Act 2023, and the Legal Services Authorities Act.
ADR Foundations — Types, Advantages & Legal Framework
Deep dive into ADR foundations. Understand when each ADR method is appropriate — which disputes suit arbitration, which are better for mediation, and when negotiation alone can resolve the matter. Learn the advantages of ADR over litigation: speed, confidentiality, cost, flexibility, and party autonomy. Study the legislative evolution of ADR in India — from the 1996 Act through the 2015 and 2019 amendments to the landmark Mediation Act 2023. Case studies from real ADR proceedings.
Arbitration Basics — Agreement, Clause Drafting & Tribunal
Introduction to domestic arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996. Understand the arbitration agreement — its essential elements, what makes it valid or void, and how it is interpreted by courts. Learn how to draft an effective arbitration clause in commercial contracts. Understand the constitution of the arbitral tribunal — how arbitrators are appointed, grounds for challenge, and what happens when a party refuses to cooperate. Practical exercise: draft an arbitration clause for a commercial contract.
Negotiation — BATNA, WATNA & Strategic Frameworks
One of the most practically powerful sessions in the course. Master the two most important negotiation concepts: BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement) — the most favourable outcome you can achieve without a deal — and WATNA (Worst Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement) — your worst-case scenario. Learn how to identify your BATNA and your opponent's BATNA, and use this knowledge to set your negotiation floor, make better offers, and walk away at the right moment. Includes the Harvard Principled Negotiation method, interest-based bargaining, and positional vs interest-based negotiation. Real case role-play exercise.
Mediation — Process, Technique & Settlement Drafting
Comprehensive session on mediation under the Mediation Act 2023. Understand the mediator's role, the difference between facilitative and evaluative mediation, and how to structure a mediation proceeding from opening statement to settlement agreement. Learn the stages of mediation — pre-mediation, joint sessions, private caucuses, reality testing, and closing. Understand what makes mediation settlements enforceable as court decrees under the new Act. Practical exercise: conduct a mock mediation session on a family property dispute.
Conciliation — Process, Conciliator's Role & Part III A&C Act
Understand conciliation — how it differs from mediation, the conciliator's more active settlement-proposing role, and its procedure under Part III of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996. Learn when conciliation is the strategically better choice over mediation, how conciliation settlements become final and binding, and how courts treat conciliation settlements. Study landmark cases on conciliation agreements and their enforceability. Understand the role of institutions like ICADR and court-annexed conciliation centres.
Arbitration Process — Pleadings, Evidence & Hearings
Detailed study of the domestic arbitration process from start to finish. Learn how to draft the Statement of Claim and Statement of Defence in arbitration, how evidence is led before an arbitral tribunal (different from court evidence rules), how hearings are conducted, and what interim measures and emergency arbitrator orders look like. Understand Section 9 applications (interim orders by courts), Section 17 (interim orders by tribunal), and how expedited arbitration works. This session is essential for any lawyer who will practise before or advise on domestic arbitration proceedings.
Arbitral Awards — Drafting, Challenge & Enforcement
The final stage of domestic arbitration — the arbitral award. Understand the different types of awards (final, interim, partial, consent awards), mandatory contents of a valid award, and how arbitrators draft them. Learn how to challenge an award under Section 34 of the A&C Act — the grounds, timeline, procedure, and limitations on court intervention. Understand enforcement of domestic arbitral awards under Section 36 as a court decree. Case studies on landmark Section 34 and Section 36 judgments from the Supreme Court of India.
International Arbitration — UNCITRAL, ICC, SIAC & New York Convention
The most globally relevant session in the course. Understand international commercial arbitration — how it differs from domestic arbitration, which governing law applies, and how institutional arbitration works under UNCITRAL Model Law, ICC Rules, SIAC Rules, and LCIA. Learn about the New York Convention 1958 — the global framework for recognition and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards, which India has ratified. Understand "seat vs venue" of arbitration, choice of law clauses, and how Indian courts handle enforcement of foreign awards under Sections 44–52 of the A&C Act. Essential for lawyers in corporate, commercial, and cross-border practice.
Concluding Session — Case Studies, Q&A & Career Guidance
The final session brings together the entire course in a comprehensive case study workshop. Participants will analyse 2–3 real ADR proceedings — a domestic arbitration, an international arbitration, and a mediation — applying all the concepts learnt through the 4 weeks. Shri Vishal Vyas will share insights from actual cases seen from the judicial side, providing a judge's perspective on what works and what fails in ADR proceedings. Includes a career guidance session on ADR as a profession in India — becoming an empanelled arbitrator, starting a mediation practice, and the growing demand for ADR lawyers in corporate legal departments. E-certificate presentation and internship guidance for meritorious participants.
This ADR Course is For You If…
From law students to senior advocates, HR managers to startup founders — ADR skills are universally valuable.
Law Students (LLB / LLM)
Add ADR certification to your CV before graduation. Arbitration and mediation skills are tested in moot competitions, placements, and judicial service exams.
Practising Advocates
Expand your practice into ADR. Clients increasingly prefer arbitration and mediation — lawyers who offer this service command premium fees.
Corporate & HR Professionals
Handle employment disputes, vendor conflicts, and contractual disagreements through structured ADR — faster and cheaper than litigation for businesses.
CA / CS Professionals
ADR skills are essential for resolving shareholder disputes, NCLT matters, and commercial contract disagreements without expensive court proceedings.
Startup Founders & Entrepreneurs
Protect your business with effective arbitration clauses and understand how to resolve commercial disputes without shutting down operations for years of litigation.
Judicial Services Aspirants
ADR and arbitration law are increasingly tested in PCS (J) examinations. Get structured practical training that gives you a clear edge over other candidates.
International Law Aspirants
International arbitration is the backbone of cross-border commercial law. This course prepares you for careers at SIAC, ICC, global law firms, and international LLM programmes.
Legal & Compliance Officers
Draft dispute resolution clauses, manage pre-litigation ADR procedures, and represent your organisation in mediation and arbitration proceedings with confidence.
Learn ADR from a Sitting Civil Judge
Course Mentor
Shri Vishal Vyas
Civil Judge & Judicial Magistrate
Rajasthan Judicial Services
Shri Vishal Vyas is a serving Civil Judge and Judicial Magistrate in the Rajasthan Judicial Services — one of the most prestigious positions in India's state judiciary. Every day, he sits on the bench and sees how disputes unfold in court — which ones could have been resolved through ADR but weren't, and which ones are successfully referred to arbitration or mediation.
Shri Vyas brings deep expertise in civil procedure, dispute resolution, and the practical application of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act — combined with a commitment to making ADR accessible and understandable to every law student and professional who participates in this course.
Real Reviews from Real Learners
"Best ADR course I have done in India. Vishal Vyas sir explains arbitration and mediation with real court cases — I finally understood BATNA and WATNA practically. The judge-as-mentor angle is absolutely unique. Worth every rupee and more."
"I enrolled for the international arbitration module and was genuinely impressed. The course covers the entire ADR spectrum in 4 weeks — from negotiation basics to arbitral awards. The letter of recommendation has already helped me in a law firm application."
"As an HR professional, I needed to understand employment dispute ADR without doing a full law course. This was perfect — practical, affordable, and taught by a sitting judge. I now handle workplace disputes with complete confidence."
ADR Careers in India — High Demand, High Growth
India's ADR market is growing at 15–20% annually. With the Mediation Act 2023, Commercial Courts Act, and courts actively referring disputes to ADR, trained professionals are in enormous demand. Here are the career paths this certification opens:
- Empanelled Arbitrator₹5,000–₹5,00,000+ per matter | Institutional & ad hoc
- Certified Mediator₹3,000–₹50,000 per session | Court-annexed & private
- International Arbitration Lawyer₹12–35 LPA | Global law firms, ICC, SIAC matters
- ADR Counsel (Corporate Legal)₹8–20 LPA | In-house legal departments, MNCs
- ADR Trainer & Educator₹4–10 LPA | Law schools, institutes, bar associations
The Numbers That Tell the Full Story
Complete Benefits Package
Every enrolled learner receives a career-boosting package — certificate, internship, and a letter of recommendation from your mentor.
E-Certificate
Receive a verifiable ADR certificate on completing all 10 sessions and the assessment. Shareable on LinkedIn and legal profiles. An LRA ADR certification signals to employers, law firms, and clients that you have received structured, court-grounded ADR training from a sitting judge.
Internship Opportunity
Meritorious participants receive an internship opportunity with Legal Research & Analysis — working on real ADR research, arbitration case analysis, and legal drafting assignments. Builds your portfolio and provides documented work experience that strengthens your CV for law firm placements and judicial service applications.
Letter of Recommendation
Top-ranked participants receive a personalised Letter of Recommendation from Shri Vishal Vyas — a sitting Civil Judge of the Rajasthan Judicial Services. An LOR from a serving judge carries exceptional weight for LLM applications, judicial service candidacy, and senior law firm placements.
Everything You Need to Know About ADR
Become India's Next ADR Expert — Starting 9th May 2026
Join 20,000+ legal professionals who have trained with Legal Research & Analysis. Learn arbitration, mediation & negotiation from a sitting judge — in just 4 weekends at ₹1,000. Seats are strictly limited.
⚡ Last date to apply: 8th May 2026 · Saturday & Sunday · 8–9 PM · Google Meet