9-Week Online Certificate Course on Civil Litigation Drafting & Practice by NLU Delhi [Rs 2K Student Discount]: Enrol by Oct 30

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About the Course on Civil Litigation Drafting & Practice by NLU Delhi

The 8-Week Online Certificate Course on Civil Litigation Drafting & Practice, offered by National Law University, Delhi in association with mentblue, is designed to provide participants with practical knowledge of civil litigation, from the institution of a civil suit to its final execution.

The course covers essential aspects of civil procedure, including drafting plaints and written statements, interim applications, injunctions, framing of issues, evidence, trial proceedings, appeals and execution of decrees. It also introduces participants to commercial litigation, courtroom practices and career opportunities in litigation.

Through 16 live sessions, practical assignments and interactive workshops conducted by experienced legal professionals, participants will develop a better understanding of civil litigation drafting and court procedures.

Certification: NLU Delhi Certified — Certificate issued by National Law University, Delhi.

Eligibility

Law students (including LLM students), graduates, academicians and practitioners.

It is also open to all individuals interested in learning civil litigation and drafting.

Course Structure: 16 Live Sessions Covering 4 Modules

Module 01: Foundations and the Institution of a Civil Suit (3 Sessions)

• Session 1: The civil justice system, jurisdiction and the anatomy of a suit
• Session 2: Drafting the plaint: cause of action, reliefs and prayer
• Session 3: Written statement, set-off and counterclaim

Module 02: Interlocutory and Provisional Remedies (3 Sessions)

• Session 4: Temporary injunctions and interlocutory relief (Order XXXIX)
• Session 5: Attachment before judgment, receivers, discovery and interrogatories
• Session 6: Summary procedure, summary judgment and interim applications practice

Module 03: Framing, Evidence and Trial (3 Sessions)

• Session 8: Framing of issues and the conduct of trial
• Session 9: Evidence in civil proceedings and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
• Session 10: Cross-examination, re-examination and witness handling
• Session 11: Final arguments, judgment, decree and costs

Module 04: Appeals, Review and Execution (3 Sessions)

• Session 12: Appeals, reference, review and revision
• Session 13: Execution of decrees (Order XXI)
• Session 14: The commercial courts regime, mediation and special procedures

Assignment Workshops (3 Sessions)

• Session 7: Mid-course assignment workshop (Assignment 1: Modules 1–2)
• Session 15: Final assignment workshop (Assignment 2: Modules 3–4)

Closing: Career Pathways and Litigation Roadmap (1 Session)

Session 16: Career pathways in civil and commercial litigation, building the litigation CV, court etiquette and AI in litigation

Perks

1. Weekend sessions with fixed timings
2. Live and interactive sessions with doubt-clearing options
3. Learn from the top industry experts
4. A certificate on completion of the course to show your expertise
5. Get access to recorded video lectures
6. Practical assignments

Faculties

1. Nachiketa Joshi, Senior Advocate, Supreme Court of India
2. Satyakam, Senior Advocate, Delhi High Court
3. Pawan Reley, Advocate-on-Record, Supreme Court of India
4. Prasanna S, Advocate-on-Record, Supreme Court of India
5. Bharat Chugh, Advocate; former Judge, Delhi Judicial Service
6. Prachi Pratap, Advocate
7. Anuj Agarwal, Advocate
8. Shoumendu Mukherjee, Advocate
9. Manasi Bhushan, Advocate
10. Rishikesh Kumar, Advocate

Certification

Upon successful completion of the assignment, participants will receive an e-certificate, which can be downloaded and printed for their records. To be eligible for the certificate, participants must attend at least 75% of the classes conducted (12 out of 16 classes).

Duration

Course Duration: 8 Weeks, 31st Oct

Classes will be held only on weekends (11 AM to 12 PM). Recordings will be given from missed sessions.

Last Date of Enrolment

Oct 30

Course Fees

For students: Rs 12000 Rs 10000 [Rs 2000 student discount]

For professionals: Rs 12000 

Enrolment Procedure

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