Christ Academy Institute of Law Presents: 1st Inter-Collegiate Mediation Competition 2025
Organized by CAIL Mediation Committee | Flagship Event of VENUSTA
About the Competition
Christ Academy Institute of Law, Bengaluru, is proud to launch its 1st Inter-Collegiate Mediation Competition 2025, aimed at promoting ADR awareness, cultivating negotiation skills, and preparing law students to be the next generation of collaborative problem-solvers. This event provides a unique platform to experience real-time mediation sessions, guided by impartial mediators.
Eligibility & Team Composition
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Open to all students enrolled in law schools across India.
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Each team must consist of 3 members:
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1 Mediator
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1 Client
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1 Counsel
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Each law school may send up to 3 teams.
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Cross-institutional teams are not allowed.
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The roles of the team members are fixed throughout the competition.
Competition Format
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Preliminary Rounds: 15 April 2025 (Online)
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Semi-Finals: 16 April 2025 (Online)
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Final Round: 29 April 2025 (Offline at CAIL Campus, Bengaluru)
Registration Details
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Fee: Rs. 1500 per team (Non-refundable & Non-transferable)
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Last Date to Register: 12 April 2025 (subject to extension)
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Registration Link: Click here to register- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdgUrwCm2GYEJtZxGCA9xYJ-v3UU_i0fuJmuAOQ4eloxG4xtA/viewform
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Submit payment confirmation along with the registration form.
Dress Code
All participants must adhere to formal business attire throughout the competition.
Rules & Regulations
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The competition will be conducted in English.
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Teams will be divided into sub-groups: one Mediator and one Mediating Pair (Client & Counsel).
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In each round, two Mediating Teams and two Mediators will participate.
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Teams will be randomly assigned roles before each round and will receive their confidential case information ten minutes prior.
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No use of electronic devices is allowed during the mediation sessions.
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Audio or video recording of sessions is strictly prohibited.
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Any unauthorized sharing of confidential information will result in disqualification without appeal.
Learning Outcomes
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Develop key skills in negotiation, problem-solving, and client handling.
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Understand real-time dynamics of mediation and dispute resolution.
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Engage with peers from across the country and expand professional networks.
Contact Information
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Adwaith K P (Student Convenor, 5th Year BALLB, CAIL)
Phone: 77366 44208 | Email: adwaith.kp@calaw.in -
Jasleen Kaur Bahri (Student Co-Convenor, 5th Year BALLB, CAIL)
Phone: 86182 36239 | Email: jasleenkaur.bahri@calaw.in
