6 – Week Certificate Course on Arbitration Law with Practical Training by Rishika Nagpal & Associates & Lawful Legal [Batch 2] : Enroll by 28 Nov

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Certificate Course on Arbitration Law with Practical Training

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About Lawful Legal

Lawful Legal is more than just an online platform; it’s a gateway to making law accessible to everyone. our mission is to provide comprehensive notes on various legal subjects, ensuring that the intricacies of law are easy to understand for all. At Lawful Legal, we believe in nurturing the legal minds of tomorrow. That’s why we offer a range of opportunities for students to develop holistically. Our vision is to elevate the legal profession to new heights. We aspire to create a Gurukul of legal knowledge, where acts, rules, regulations, codes, and orders are not just studied but understood deeply. We aim to empower the legal community, ensuring that the legacy of legal excellence continues to thrive in our society.

About Rishika Nagpal & Associates

Rishika Nagpal and Associates (RNA) is a New Delhi-based law firm comprising experienced legal practitioners and consultants. The firm specialises in providing strategic solutions in legal, property, corporate, and business matters. With dedicated advisory and consultancy services, our team ensures practical, client-focused outcomes.

About mentor

Adv. Rishika Nagpal
Co-founder, Rishika Nagpal and Associates

Advocate Rishika Nagpal is the Co-founder of Rishika Nagpal and Associates, a reputed law firm specializing in civil and commercial disputes. With a strong foundation in litigation and advisory services, she has represented a diverse clientele across various forums and courts, earning a reputation for her strategic insight and legal acumen.

She is an alumna of Symbiosis Law School, Pune and has further honed her legal expertise through advanced studies at the National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bangalore. Her academic background, combined with years of hands-on experience, enables her to approach complex legal challenges with clarity and precision.

Adv. Rishika Nagpal continues to mentor aspiring legal professionals and is deeply committed to the development of young talent in the legal field. Her work reflects a deep passion for justice, excellence, and professionalism.

Eligibility

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

Mode

Online, live sessions via Microsoft Teams (Recordings will also be provided)

About the Course:

This comprehensive 6-week Advance certificate course is designed to provide law students, legal professionals, and aspiring arbitrators with in-depth knowledge and practical skills in arbitration. Covering both domestic and international perspectives, the course delves into the legal framework, core concepts, recent case law, and hands-on drafting exercises. Participants will gain insights into real-world arbitral practices, procedural rules, and emerging trends such as online dispute resolution and emergency arbitration. The course is ideal for those looking to specialize in dispute resolution or develop a career in arbitration.

Course Structure

Week 1: Introduction to Arbitration and Legal Framework

Session 1: Understanding Arbitration in India & Globally

• Historical evolution and concept of arbitration

• Types of arbitration: Domestic, International Commercial, Ad Hoc, and Institutional

• Advantages and disadvantages of arbitration

Session 2: Legal Framework in India

• Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (as amended)

• Key definitions: Arbitration agreement, seat vs. venue

• Role of the UNCITRAL Model Law

• Overview of latest amendments and landmark case laws (2019 & 2021)

Practical Element:

• Drafting a basic arbitration clause

Week 2: Arbitration Agreement and Jurisdiction

Session 3: Essentials of a Valid Arbitration Agreement

• Section 7 and important judicial interpretations

• Doctrine of separability and kompetenz-kompetenz

• Multi-tiered dispute resolution clauses

Session 4: Jurisdiction & Judicial Intervention

• Sections 5, 8 & 11: Reference to arbitration, appointment of arbitrators, and minimal court intervention

• Section 9: Interim reliefs by courts

• Key case law: Vidya Drolia v. Durga Trading

Practical Element:

• Case Study Analysis: Validity of an arbitration clause

Week 3: Arbitral Proceedings and Evidence

Session 5: Composition and Powers of the Arbitral Tribunal

• Number and appointment of arbitrators

• Challenges to appointment: Bias, independence – Section 12 & Fifth Schedule

• Section 29A: Time limits and procedural efficiency

Session 6: Conduct of Proceedings & Taking Evidence

• Sections 18–27: Procedural rules, submission of evidence, oral hearings

• Use of technology and virtual arbitration

• CIArb Guidelines & IBA Rules on Evidence

Practical Element:

• Drafting of notices and pleadings in arbitration

Week 4: Interim Measures, Costs & Settlement

Session 7: Interim Measures by Tribunal & Courts

• Section 17 vs. Section 9 – Powers of the tribunal and courts

• Emergency arbitration in India: Case study of Amazon v. Future Retail

• Strategic considerations in seeking interim relief

Session 8: Costs, Settlement & Hybrid Mechanisms

• Section 31A: Cost regimes and post-2015 developments

• Consent awards and enforceability

• Med-Arb and Arb-Med mechanisms: Pros and cons

Practical Element:

• Drafting a cost schedule and interim application

Week 5: Arbitral Award and Enforcement

Session 9: Making and Drafting an Arbitral Award

• Types of awards: Interim, Partial, Final

• Essentials under Section 31

• Reasoned awards and adherence to principles of natural justice

Session 10: Enforcement and Challenge of Awards

• Enforcement of domestic awards: Section 36

• Setting aside awards under Section 34

• Public policy ground and judicial trends post-2015

• Landmark judgments and analysis

Practical Element:

• Drafting an arbitral award and an outline of a challenge petition

Week 6: International Arbitration and Career in Arbitration

Session 11: International Commercial Arbitration (ICA)

• Definition under Section 2(1)(f)

• Enforcement under the New York Convention (Sections 44–52)

• Leading arbitral institutions: SIAC, LCIA, ICC, MCIA

• India’s emerging role as an international arbitration hub

Session 12: Career Pathways, Ethics, and Soft Skills

• How to become an arbitrator: Qualifications and registrations

• Arbitrator’s Code of Conduct and ethical obligations

• Soft skills for arbitration professionals: Communication, neutrality, decision-making

Duration & Class Timings

The course begins on 29th November 2025 will go on for 6 week, featuring engaging live classes held two times a week.

Class Schedule:
Days: Saturday & Sunday (weekend Classes only)
Timings: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Evening Sessions)

Important points

• Participants who attend all classes with their cameras on and successfully complete all assignments provided by the mentor will be awarded a E-Certificate of Appreciation.

• All registered participants will be awarded a E- Certificate of Completion

Additional Benefits:

• Weekend Sessions ONLY and manageable with practice, job, college internship, exams etc.

• Practical Training

• E-Certificate: On successful completion of the course

• Access to recordings.

• 10000+ Editable Legal Drafts

Course Fees

For UG students: Rs 1000

For professionals: Rs 1599

Register: Click Here to Register

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