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Discusses the growing role of mediation over litigation in the post-COVID era (2020)

The webinar discusses the growing role of mediation over litigation in the post-COVID era, with global experts advocating for more adaptable dispute resolution methods. Emphasis is placed on the flexibility and accessibility of mediation, making it an effective tool in the evolving legal landscape.

This webinar explores the future of mediation in a post-COVID world, highlighting the importance of non-adversarial dispute resolution methods. Key speakers include former Judge of Supreme Court of India Hon’ble Mr. Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul, along with various experts in mediation, who discuss the rise of online mediation, legislative changes, and the integration of mediation into the legal framework.

Abrogation of article 370 Indian Constitution (2020

The webinar by the Youth Bar Association of India examines the abrogation of Article 370, focusing on its historical background, legal effects, and impact on Jammu and Kashmir. Notable experts discuss its temporary nature, constitutional provisions, and political outcomes. The session aims to clear misconceptions and offer insight into the ongoing legal debates surrounding the article’s repeal.

Video related Virtual Summer School (2020)

The video showcases the opening ceremony of the Virtual Summer School organized by the Youth Bar Association of India, featuring notable speakers, discussions on legal topics, and the purpose of the summer school in fostering awareness and education in law.

This virtual discussion features Mr. Nikunj Kulshreshtha and Mr. Abhinav Sharma discussing key legal issues regarding the admission of illegally procured evidence and the intricacies of a significant Supreme Court case involving the Central Bureau of Investigation. The event was moderated by Mr. Shreyans Ritolia and included concluding remarks from Mr. Pranshu Kaushal.

This video covers the third lecture of a virtual summer school on understanding conflicts and the importance of mediation, presented by R. Santhanakrishna, an advocate and mediator. It delves into various aspects of conflicts, reasons behind them, and mediation techniques to resolve disputes effectively. The lecture emphasizes understanding individual and group dynamics, addressing conflicts between communities, and the significance of a neutral mediator in facilitating resolutions.

The lecture delivers an in-depth overview of the mediation process, emphasizing its stages, importance, and methodologies. Mr. J.M. Sharma, Senior Advocate elaborates on the dynamics between parties during mediation, the mediator’s role, and best practices. He highlights the significance of creating an equitable environment for parties to facilitate productive discussions and resolutions.

The session, led by Senior Advocate Rakesh Khanna, highlights mediation as a voluntary, party-driven process where participants control their dispute’s resolution. Khanna stresses the value of self-determination, effective communication, and negotiation styles for achieving positive outcomes. He discusses key negotiation techniques, the mediator’s role, and the importance of emotional regulation throughout the process

In this session, Hon’ble Lady Justice Joyce Aluoch explores the crucial role of mediators in achieving successful outcomes, highlighting their skills, adaptability, and the differences between mediation and arbitration. She explains mediation as a voluntary, confidential process where the mediator remains impartial and facilitates communication. Justice Aluoch emphasizes flexibility, especially amid changes like the COVID-19 pandemic, to effectively guide disputing parties.

The video presents a session discussing the importance and role of lawyers in mediation, featuring senior advocate Mr. Rajiv Dutta and moderated by Mr. Aayush Bhatia. It covers various aspects of how lawyers contribute to and facilitate the mediation process in legal disputes, emphasizing the advantages of mediation over traditional litigation.

In the 8th session of Virtual Summer School 2020, Mr. Brian Speers discusses cross-border mediation, advocating for its benefits over litigation. He covers key frameworks like the European Cross-Border Mediation Directive and the Singapore Convention, stressing the impact of cultural awareness and the pandemic on mediation. Speers highlights the need for precise agreements in cross-border cases to ensure enforceability

The webinar by Keynote Speaker: Mr. Teh Joo Lin, Deputy CEO, SIMC from the Singapore International Mediation Centre discusses pre-litigation mediation and med-arb, focusing on their advantages in commercial disputes. It highlights mediation’s processes, its effectiveness, and evolving practices during COVID-19. The session also emphasizes the role of mediators and institutions in guiding successful dispute resolutions.

The virtual summer school session, hosted by the Youth Bar Association of India, explores plea bargaining and mediation in criminal cases. Speakers such as Justice Lokpal Singh and KTS Tulsi, moderated by Tanvi Dubey, discuss the significance of mediation within the judicial process and examine plea bargaining in the context of Indian law. The session emphasizes the evolving role of these processes in improving legal outcomes

This webinar discusses the importance of existing laws regarding mediation and the need for basic legislation to enhance its effectiveness in India. Key speakers, including Ms. Aishwarya Bhati, explored various perspectives on mediation’s role in the legal system, highlighting challenges and recommendations for improving mediation practices

Constitution And the Importance of Fundamental Duties (2021)

This webinar, presented by the Youth Bar Association of India, discusses the Constitution of India and emphasizes the importance of fundamental duties alongside rights. Judges and advocates highlight how these duties contribute to social justice and legal accountability, aiming to inspire young legal professionals to engage actively in their civic responsibilities.

Psychodynamics of mediation and the challenges faced in online mediation lecture. (2021)

The lecture series focuses on the psychodynamics of mediation and the challenges faced in online mediation. Key speakers include lawyers and judges who share their experiences and insights on effective mediation practices, particularly in the context of the pandemic. They discuss the importance of technology, communication skills, and the unique dynamics of online interactions in mediations

The webinar discusses the scope of mediation in sports disputes, exploring its importance as an alternative to litigation. Expert panelists, including judges, mediators, and former athletes, share insights on how mediation can resolve conflicts within the sports industry, emphasizing the need for a cooperative approach focused on relationships rather than adversarial confrontation.

In this lecture series by Supreme Court Mediators of India, Laila Ollapally and Dr. Sudhir Jain discuss strategies for lawyers to navigate mediation effectively. They address overcoming biases, ethical standards, and the role of international mediation protocols. The session emphasizes the mediator’s role in ensuring fair resolutions and provides practical tips for lawyers to enhance their mediation skills

This webinar on community mediation, conducted by Supreme Court Mediators of India, features Justice Francis H.W. Bell discussing its role in resolving conflicts and building social cohesion. Justice Bell highlights the need for educational initiatives to promote mediation as a viable alternative to litigation. Through his experiences, he illustrates how mediation can address underlying societal issues and encourage harmony within communities

Session of the International Virtual Mediation Summer School 2021 by Nivaaran-Mediators of the Supreme Court of India (2021)

The first session of the International Virtual Mediation Summer School 2021 by Nivaaran-Mediators of the Supreme Court of India features Uma Ramanathan discussing mediation, dispute resolution, and their societal impact. The session provides historical and legal insights, highlighting mediation’s role in modern conflicts. Attendees explore the intersection of law and social dynamics, gaining a comprehensive understanding of mediation’s evolving importance in today’s disputes.

The second session of the International Virtual Mediation Summer School by Nivaaran covers key mediation principles, including confidentiality, self-determination, and the importance of a structured process. Judges and mediators highlight mediation techniques, contrasting it with litigation, and discuss its benefits across various contexts. The session emphasizes mediation’s unique role in fostering effective dispute resolution.

The July 25, 2021, session of the International Virtual Mediation Summer School featured insights from Sunil Aggarwal on conflict management and effective mediation techniques. Discussions covered cultural diversity, legal frameworks, and essential skills for mediators to resolve disputes thoroughly. The session emphasized practical approaches for mediators to achieve meaningful and comprehensive conflict resolution

This video from the International Virtual Mediation Summer School 2021, hosted by S. Susheela Sarathi, focuses on effective communication and mediation strategies essential for resolving conflicts. The session covers the importance of interaction between parties, the role of third-party facilitation, and various communication techniques vital for a successful mediation process.

In this session of the International Virtual Mediation Summer School 2021, Laila Ollapally emphasizes negotiation as a key mediation skill. She explores various negotiation styles, guiding mediators on moving parties from rigid positions to interest-based negotiations for mutually beneficial outcomes. The session highlights the mediator’s role in fostering dialogue and understanding parties’ underlying interests to resolve conflicts constructively

This session on ethics in mediation emphasizes key principles like confidentiality, neutrality, and self-determination that mediators must uphold. Speakers Yong Shi Kai and Siddharth discuss practical applications of these ethical standards, especially within the context of the Singapore Convention. The session explores the importance of maintaining these ethics in both national and international mediation efforts.

This session of the International Virtual Mediation Summer School, led by Gunavathi Subramanium, explores Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) and its evolving role in conflict resolution. The discussion covers ODR’s benefits and challenges, especially as technology reshapes mediation post-COVID-19. Topics include the importance of emotional intelligence in virtual mediation and the need for accessible justice through digital means

This session of the International Virtual Mediation Summer School, led by A.J. Jawad, focuses on various aspects of mediation, the roles of mediators and advocates, dispute resolution techniques, and the importance of communication skills in mediation. Key topics also include online mediation, its advantages, negotiation skills, and how to effectively engage parties in mediation processes.

Book Talk Discussion

The video features a detailed discussion on various topics related to mediation, law, and personal development, delivered by multiple speakers with insights from their experiences in prestigious positions. It highlights the importance of mediation and law in resolving disputes, sharing knowledge, and personal growth through relationships and education.

Day of Summer School (2022)

On the first day of Summer School 2022, Archana Medhekar presented on the history of dispute resolution and India’s evolving legal systems, with a focus on cultural aspects. She emphasized mediation’s role in conflict resolution, advocating for inclusiveness, belonging, and dignity within legal practices. The session highlighted alternative dispute resolution methods and concluded with a Q&A on mediation’s applications in modern legal contexts.

On Day 2 of Summer School 2022, Ajay Mehta leads a session on mediation ethics, highlighting confidentiality, neutrality, and self-determination. He discusses ethical challenges like avoiding bias and supporting parties’ self-determination, offering best practices for effective mediation. The session ends with a Q&A to delve deeper into these ethical principles.

In this lecture, Sarah Blake discusses conflict management, resolution, and transformation, focusing on understanding conflict causes and emotional dynamics. She explains various conflict styles and strategies for mediators, emphasizing the difference between resolving and transforming conflicts. The session highlights the mediator’s role in fostering safe, constructive conversations during the process.

On Day 4 of the International Virtual Mediation Summer School 2022, Professor Joel Lee discusses essential communication skills for mediators, focusing on Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) techniques. He highlights the importance of cultural awareness, empathy, and both verbal and non-verbal cues in enhancing mediation effectiveness. The session emphasizes improving communication to foster better understanding and resolution in mediation processes.

Chitra Narayan’s lecture discusses mediation as a structured, party-centered process aimed at collaborative conflict resolution. She highlights its differences from other dispute resolution methods like conciliation, arbitration, and litigation. The lecture also addresses the challenges in adversarial dispute resolution and emphasizes the benefits of mediation in fostering mutual understanding.

In this 2022 Summer School lecture by Jawad Mohammed, the focus is on negotiation, its types, and essential skills for mediators. He emphasizes principled negotiation and the mediator’s role in facilitating agreements, discussing strategies for soft, hard, and principled approaches. The session highlights how negotiation is integral to mediation and everyday conflict resolution.

In this Summer School 2022 session, Andrew Miller discusses online mediation, focusing on its evolution, benefits, and challenges. He examines how technology and the pandemic have shaped online mediation and shares insights on its effectiveness. The session also highlights the dynamics of mediator-client interactions in virtual settings and the importance of maintaining social interaction during online mediation.

This session on Mediation Advocacy from the International Virtual Mediation Summer School 2022, featuring Olusola Adegbonmire and JP Singh, emphasizes mediation advocacy as a key alternative to adversarial legal practices. They discuss the necessary skills, the evolution of advocacy, and the importance of training for legal professionals. The session stresses adapting legal practices to better assist clients in resolving disputes through mediation.

In this Summer School 2022 session, Gregory Vijyendran discusses the future of mediation, focusing on the Singapore Convention and mediation’s legislative framework. He highlights advancements in online mediation, its benefits and challenges, and stresses the need for standalone mediation laws, particularly in India. The session underscores the evolving role of mediation in dispute resolution.

Society of Lawyers in India presents its lecture on the topic, "Is Democracy Working for the World?

This lecture highlights the importance of democracy, rule of law, and human rights in today’s world, addressing global dissatisfaction with democratic processes. It covers personal stories of activists in Zambia and Eswatini, emphasizing the role of civil society in protecting freedoms and combating corruption. The speakers stress the need for an informed citizenry to uphold democratic values and prevent democratic backsliding.

4th International Virtual Mediation Summer School organized by Nivaaran in collaboration with the Commonwealth Lawyers Association (CLA) and the Singapore International Mediation Centre (SIMC).

The first day of the 4th International Virtual Mediation Summer School covers a talk by Brian Speers on the historical development of dispute resolution and the evolution of legal systems. He discusses the cultural significance of mediation, recent advancements in the UK, and the debate surrounding mandatory mediation. The session provides an insightful overview of how mediation has progressed over time and its growing importance in the legal landscape.

The second day of the 2023 International Virtual Mediation Summer School focuses on conflict management and the role of mediation in transforming societal interactions. Expert John Bassey leads the session, emphasizing the importance of adopting alternative dispute resolution and exploring its historical significance in India and beyond. The discussion advocates for a shift in mindset toward mediation as a vital tool in conflict resolution.

The third day of the 2023 International Virtual Mediation Summer School, led by Diana Asonaba Dapaah, focuses on mediation processes, highlighting its advantages over other dispute resolution methods. The session emphasizes mediator skills and mediation’s growing role in areas like alternative dispute resolution and family matters. Dapaah also explores the evolving applications of mediation across different jurisdictions.

In the fourth lecture of the 4th International Virtual Mediation Summer School, Professor Andrew Goodman focuses on essential communication skills for mediators. He highlights the importance of both verbal and non-verbal communication, active listening, and the use of questions to guide discussions. Goodman also explores techniques like reframing communication to improve understanding and foster better resolutions between disputing parties.

The fifth day of the Nivaaran Mediation Summer School focuses on negotiation skills, presented by Sushila Sarathi. She discusses different negotiation styles, the importance of emotional intelligence, and effective communication for mediators. The session offers both practical advice and theoretical insights on fostering trust and achieving agreements in mediation processes.

In this session, Uma Ramanathan discusses the ethical principles essential in mediation, including confidentiality, neutrality, self-determination, and the rights of parties involved. She highlights the mediator’s role in maintaining integrity, balancing their influence with the autonomy of parties, and ensuring responsible participation. The session offers valuable insights on handling challenges to facilitate effective mediation

Hon’ble Justice Dr. Sudhir Kumar Jain discusses the pros and cons of online mediation in India, emphasizing its rise during the COVID-19 pandemic. He highlights the benefits such as accessibility, cost-effectiveness, and efficiency, while also addressing challenges like confidentiality concerns and maintaining mediator impartiality. The session provides a balanced view of online mediation’s potential and its limitations.

Duncan Turner discusses the role of mediation advocacy, focusing on the historical evolution of mediation and the changing roles of mediators and advocates. He emphasizes empowering clients, building trust, and employing effective strategies for successful outcomes. The session also addresses ethical considerations, power dynamics, and the mediator’s role in facilitating conflict resolution.

Dr. Fan Yang discusses the scope and future of the Singapore Convention on International Settlement Agreements, while Robert Gerrard highlights how mediation skills can be applied in managing NEC contracts in the construction industry. The session emphasizes the importance of mediation in international disputes and the construction sector

The final session of the 4th International Virtual Mediation Summer School focuses on integrating the United Nations’ SDGs, particularly Goal 16, into mediation practices. Justice Vasheist Kokaram discusses how mediation can foster peaceful and inclusive societies, offering strategies to incorporate these values within legal frameworks.

The video discusses the Mediation Act with Javad AJ, focusing on its objectives, implications, and key changes for mediation practice in India. It highlights the enforceability of mediated agreements and the support for online mediation. Additionally, the session emphasizes the need for a regulatory body and raising community awareness about mediation.

5th International Virtual Mediation Summer School featured Hon. Rene M. Baptiste discussing the definition, process, and advantages of mediation.

The first day of the 5th International Virtual Mediation Summer School featured Hon. Rene M. Baptiste discussing the definition, process, and benefits of mediation. He highlighted mediation’s effectiveness in fostering understanding, preserving relationships, and offering a cost-effective alternative to litigation. The session also included a Q&A on mediation training, institutionalization, and community mediation efforts.

The second day of the International Virtual Mediation Summer School 2024 featured AJ Jawad discussing the history of dispute resolution and the evolution of legal systems. His presentation explored the ancient roots of mediation practices, the development of modern arbitration laws, and the vital role of mediation in achieving justice across cultures

In this session, Archana Medhekar discusses the evolution of online dispute resolution (ODR) and its growing importance in modern mediation. She highlights the benefits and challenges of ODR, focusing on the skills needed for effective mediation in virtual settings. Medhekar emphasizes the need for adaptability and cultural awareness when navigating technology-driven dispute resolution.

In this lecture, Hon. Lady Justice Joyce Alouch discusses key ethical principles in mediation, including confidentiality, neutrality, and self-determination. She addresses the challenges mediators face in upholding these standards and highlights their roles and responsibilities in ensuring fairness. The session emphasizes the importance of ethical conduct in guiding mediators’ actions throughout the process.

Sarah M Blake, a conflict strategist, discusses conflict types, dynamics, and strategies for effective resolution at the 5th International Virtual Mediation Summer School. She emphasizes understanding emotional dynamics and achieving constructive outcomes in conflict situations. The session focuses on conflict resolution and transformation, offering insights into managing conflicts productively.

Andrew Miller KC discusses the mediator’s role in commercial mediation, focusing on guiding negotiations rather than imposing solutions. He highlights the importance of understanding commercial realities, engaging all parties, and maintaining neutrality. Practical advice for effective mediation emphasizes the need for a balanced approach that focuses on facilitating resolution rather than merely securing settlements

Professor Andrew Goodman emphasizes the importance of interpersonal communication skills in mediation, highlighting verbal and non-verbal techniques. He discusses the mediator’s role in fostering understanding, active listening, and creating rapport. Key takeaways include using various methods to help parties identify common interests and resolve emotional conflicts, ensuring effective mediation outcomes.

Duncan Turner SC highlights the evolving role of lawyers in mediation, shifting from traditional litigation advocates to facilitators who empower their clients. He emphasizes understanding clients’ interests and adapting strategies during mediation. Practical techniques for fostering trust and achieving successful outcomes are also discussed, underlining the broader impact of effective mediation advocacy.

Chitra Narayan discusses the Singapore Convention on International Settlement Agreements, focusing on its application and enforcement framework. She highlights its role in promoting mediation as a viable alternative to traditional dispute resolution, especially for cross-border commercial disputes. Narayan emphasizes the convention’s potential to enhance the global use and acceptance of mediated agreements.

K.S. Sarma discusses the connection between the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and mediation, stressing mediation’s role in achieving peace and justice. He highlights that mediation fosters effective communication and understanding of diverse perspectives, which can resolve conflicts and contribute to the broader SDGs. The session underscores mediation as a key tool in promoting global sustainability and cooperation

The closing ceremony of the 5th International Virtual Mediation Summer School highlighted the importance of mediation in resolving disputes. Hon’ble Justice KV Vishwanathan emphasized the need for training and awareness to address case backlogs and improve the judicial system. The session also acknowledged the vital role of organizations like Naran, SIMC, and CLA in promoting mediation practices globally.