While Courts and judiciary are the recognised pillars of India's legal system, Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is gradually becoming a preferred method of resolving commercial and personal disputes. Be it a multi-million dollar cross-border construction industry dispute or a purely domestic dispute between husband and wife, ADR techniques are applicable in wide variety of contexts with many benefits over traditional litigation. However, many lawyers, consultants and professionals struggle to approach conflict resolution correctly and thus lack the required skills.

This course outlines the diverse ADR practice prevailing in India and its utility across different settings – both domestic and international. The aim of this course is to discuss practical applicability of each Alternative Dispute Resolution technique and to create skillful negotiators, mediators and arbitrators to cater to the requirements of various segments of people both domestic and international.

COURSE OUTCOME

After completing this course, learners will be acquainted with the knowledge and skills with regard to:

• ADR mechanism and its comparison with traditional litigation
• Various ADR techniques in practice and the difference between them
• Practical procedures for various ADR techniques
• Interface between domestic and international space in context of various ADR techniques

COURSE OUTLINE

• Module 1 – Introduction to ADR
• Module 2 – Arbitration: Overview
• Module 3 – Laws Governing Arbitration
• Module 4 – Procedure for Arbitration
• Module 5 – Mediation, Conciliation and Other forms of ADR
• Module 6 – Sector Wise Practical Application of ADR Methods
• Module 7 – Conclusion
• Certification Exam/ Assessment

Possess property that you wish to give to a loved one upon your passing? Want to assign a guardian to your children during your absence? A Will is your fix to make sure there is no mix! The common misconception is that your belongings, upon your passing, will directly go to your next of kin, but this is not the case. In India, households have disputes with regard to asset distribution. Thus, creating a Will ensures that the asset distribution in the family is as per your wish and there are no disputes. Most of the times, lawyers draft the final Will of a person, making it important for them to understand the concept well. This course dispels common misconceptions on drafting a Will. Terminologies associated with creation of Wills, along with types and clauses that make a Will valid, are discussed in great detail. Sample formats of Wills have also been provided to help you understand and provide you pointers on how to draft your own Will. The course is also helpful for lawyers as they are able to advice those in need.

COURSE OUTCOME

After completing this course, you will be able to:

• Identify what a contract is, its purpose and significance
• Learn how to form a contract keeping in mind its essentials
• Recognize the different types of contract including special contracts
• Assess the contractual breaches and available remedies
• Draft a contract with important clauses

COURSE OUTLINE

• Module 1 – Introduction to Law of Contracts
• Module 2 – Essential Requirements of a Contract
• Module 3 – Legal Object, Lawful Consideration and Free Consent
• Module 4 – Types of Contract
• Module 5 – General Contracts – Components and Drafting Guidelines
• Module 6 – Essential Clauses of a Contract
• Module 7 – Elements of Contract Drafting & Negotiating a Contract
• Module 8 – Drafting the First Draft, Stamping & Registration
• Module 9 – Discharge of a Contract
• Module 10 – Breach of Contract – Remedies & Dispute Resolution Methods
• Module 11 – Mitigation of Damages and Cancellation of Contracts
• Module 12 – Drafting Guidelines for Various Types of Contracts
• Module 13 – Contract Law - In a Nutshell
• Module 14 – Appendix
• Certification Exam