Tripartite Mediation Competition by VIT School of Law

VITSOL Tripartite Mediation Competition, 2025

Organized by: VIT School of Law Debate Society (DebSoc)
Mode: Hybrid (Online & Offline)

About the Competition

The inaugural Tripartite Mediation Competition by VITSOL aims to foster excellence in conflict resolution. This competition provides a unique platform for law students to showcase mediation skills, gain insights from experts, and explore innovative dispute resolution techniques.

The competition format includes:
Qualifying & Quarter-finals (Online) – March 26, 2025
Semi-finals & Finals (Offline at VIT School of Law, Chennai) – April 18, 2025

Each round consists of three negotiating teams and two mediators, with confidential information provided 15 minutes before each round. Participants are judged based on their negotiation and mediation skills.

Eligibility

Open to undergraduate LL.B. students (3-year or 5-year courses) from Bar Council of India-affiliated colleges/universities.

Registration Details

Fee:

Negotiating Team (2 members – Client & Counsel): ₹3000
Mediator: ₹1500
Payment Deadline: March 20, 2025
Non-refundable

Team Composition:

A negotiating team consists of 2 members (client & counsel).
Participants cannot change roles after registration.
Cross-institution teams are NOT allowed.

Limited Slots:

30 Negotiating Teams & 20 Mediators (subject to increase at the discretion of organizers).
Multiple teams from the same institution are allowed.

Registration Process:

Provisional Registration Deadline: March 15, 2025
Confirmation of Participation: March 17, 2025
Final Registration & Payment Deadline: March 20, 2025

Click Here to Register- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfedXJH-1xzSjS2DgVn1vZVyAmRUyLyMgJCrAURp0V2DjzGHg/viewform

Prizes & Awards

Best Negotiating Pair – Cash Prize + Trophy + Certificate
Runner-Up Negotiating Pair – Cash Prize + Trophy + Certificate
Second Runner-Up Negotiating Pair – Cash Prize + Trophy + Certificate
Best Mediator – Cash Prize + Trophy + Certificate

Rules & Guidelines

Professional Conduct: Maintain decorum throughout the competition.
Punctuality: Participants must be present 20 minutes before rounds.
No Electronic Devices: Not permitted in offline rounds.
Official Language: English
Dress Code: Business Formal
Final Authority: Organizers’ decisions are binding.