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Overview
Unlock your legal potential with our Advanced Certification in Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR). This 6-month live program is designed to provide in-depth, practical training in arbitration, mediation, and negotiation. Through hands-on simulations, real-life case studies, and mentorship from industry experts, you’ll gain the tools to resolve legal disputes efficiently, both domestically and internationally. Whether you're a litigator, corporate counsel, or aspiring dispute resolution specialist, this course will transform your legal journey.
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Recognised Certification
Gain industry-recognized certification curated with leading dispute resolution professionals & educators.
4 months of learning
Learn through real-life simulations, tribunal exercises, and mock mediation/arbitration rounds.
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Why Khaitan & Co?
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One of India’s oldest law firm established 113 years ago with presence in Kolkata, New Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai, Chennai, Pune, Ahmedabad & Singapore
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A full service law firm which specializes in Intellectual Property, Dispute Resolution, M&A & Media and Telecom.
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Boasts 100+ partners & 450+ fee-earners across the nation.
Career Paths After This Course
Join dispute resolution teams handling domestic and cross-border arbitration.
Handle contractual dispute negotiations and pre-litigation mediation.
Start an ADR-focused litigation or consultancy career.
Support arbitration processes and document management internationally.
Skills Covered
Pre-Requisites
A bachelor’s degree in business, finance, law, or a related field is preferred.
Module 0
ADR & Mediation Basics
What is ADR?
Introduction to Mediation
Key ADR Methods
Legal Framework Basics
Introduction to ADR Landscape
ADR Method Selection & Case Study
Legal Framework Deep-Dive
Statute Analysis & Clause Drafting
Certification & Career Launch
Module 1
Foundations of ADR
Introduction to ADR Landscape :
ADR Spectrum & Case Screening
Arbitration & Conciliation Act Deep-Dive
Domestic Statutes & Drafting Clauses
Ethics, Confidentiality & Conflicts
Professional Liability & Costing
Core Communication Skills
Questioning & Rapport Building
Module 2
Negotiation Mastery
Negotiation Psychology & BATNA
Power, Culture & Ethics
Preparation & Opening Moves
Multi-Party & Digital Tables
Litigation-Linked Negotiation
Advocacy & Client Counseling
Sector-Specific Negotiations
Advanced Sector Simulations
Module 3
Mediation Practice
Mediation Philosophy & Process
Pre-Mediation & Opening
Listening, Reframing, EQ
Trust & Neutrality Workshop
Caucus & Power Balance
Multi-Party & Virtual Rooms
Transformative & Creative Tools
High-Conflict Dynamics
Sector Mediation Labs
International & Construction Focus
Lawyer as Mediation Advocate
Advocate Role-Play
Drafting Enforceable Agreements
Singapore Convention & Enforcement
Capstone Civil/Commercial Sim
Capstone Multi-Party Sim
Module 4
Arbitration Practice
Nature, Types & Institutions
Rules & Cost Structures
Drafting Arbitration Clauses
Multi-Tier & Pathological Clauses
Tribunal Constitution
Arbitrator Agreements & Secretaries
Case Management & Pleadings
Hearings & Oral Advocacy
Evidence & IBA Rules
Experts & Privilege
Interim & Emergency Relief
Enforcement of Interim Orders
Award Drafting & Costs
Challenge & Enforcement
International Commercial Arb
India as Arbitration Hub
Module 5
Assessment
Construction & Infrastructure Disputes
Banking, Finance & IP
Maritime, Insurance & Sports
ODR, AI & Future Trends
Module 6
Assessment
Building an ADR Practice
Client Management & Risk
Comprehensive Simulation
Certification & Career Launch
Benefits
Our comprehensive program prepares you to practice ADR at the highest level. With a structured curriculum backed by real case work, you'll gain the ability to resolve disputes faster, build specialized expertise, and stand out in a competitive legal industry that is increasingly shifting toward arbitration and mediation.
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