1-Month Online Certificate Course on Alternative Dispute Resolution by LRA [Learn from Judicial Magistrate]: Enrol by May 7

About Organisation

LRA is a platform that is created to help you understand the technicalities of law and the latest legal developments. The goal is to provide comprehensive and easy-to-understand legal information to users and make such information easy to find on the Internet.

About the Alternative Dispute Resolution 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.

Eligibility

Law students (incl. LLM students), graduates, academicians & practitioners

Modules

Week 1:

Session 1: Foundations of ADR and the Indian Legal System

• Origin of ADR in Indian Legal System
• Need for alternatives to traditional courts

Session 2: Arbitration: History, Structure & Core Concepts

• Importance of arbitration
• Origin and evolution, scope and extent of the 1996 Arbitration and Conciliation Act
• Types of arbitration, Arbitration Agreement

Week 2:

Session 3: Negotiation

• Meaning of negotiation and its role.
• Understanding BATNA and WATNA
• Major phases of negotiation, from preparation to closing

Session 4: Mediation

• Meaning and nature of mediation
• Core features, Essential elements, Benefits of mediation.

Week 3:

Session 5:  Conciliation & Comparison of ADR Methods

• Introduction to conciliation
• Advantages and Key distinctions between arbitration, conciliation and mediation

Session 6: Arbitration Process & Legal Framework

• Appointment of arbitrators
• Powers and duties of the tribunal
• Conduct of proceedings
• Court support and supervision

Week 4:

Session 7: Arbitral Awards, Enforcement & Challenges Appointment of arbitrators

• Nature and types of awards
• Essentials of a valid award
• Enforcement of domestic and foreign awards
• Grounds for challenge

Session 8: International Commercial Arbitration

• Meaning and scope
• Importance in global business and crossborder transactions
• Role of major arbitral institutions

Course Mentor

Shri Vishal Vyas, Civil Judge & Judicial Magistrate (Rajasthan Judicial Services)

Course Highlights

• Interactive modules covering all aspects of legal research and writing.
• Assignments with personalised feedback from subject matter experts.
• Practical exposure to legal writing and research presentation techniques.
• Insights into emerging trends in legal research and publication.
• Opportunities to present your research before an expert panel.
• Professional Mentorship: Learn from experienced professors and researchers in academia.
• Flexible Learning: Recorded sessions are available to accommodate diverse schedules.

Duration

1 month

• Total No. of Classes: 10
• Frequency: Two classes per week
• Days: Saturday & Sunday
• Time: 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Course Start Date: 9th May, 2026
• Course End Date: 9th June, 2026

Perks 

• E-certificate
• Recommendation letter
• Publication opportunity
• Paid internship opportunities (performance-based stipend)

Last Date to Register

7th May, 2026

Course Fees 

Rs 1000

Enrolment Procedure

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