40-Hour Live Online Mediation Training

Online Mediation Training Programme for Legal Professionals

1-week intensive, BCI-aligned Mediation & Conciliation training with live simulations, role-plays and assessments — designed for law students, advocates and academicians.

Next Batch: January 12–16

Format: Live Online + Recordings

Certificate: RostrumLegal

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Ideal for: LLB/LLM students, practicing advocates and academicians seeking structured, BCI-compliant mediation training.

Cohort: January 12–16, 2026

Limited seats · Live, interactive batch

Total Duration 40 Hours · 1 Week

Mode Online · Zoom / Live

Includes Recordings & PDFs

Level Law Students & Practitioners

BCI Curriculum Aligned Delivered by certified mediators, arbitrators & senior advocates from RostrumLegal.

Who This Programme Is For?

Law Students (UG & PG)

Build mandatory BCI-required mediation skills, understand ADR deeply, and prepare for clinical programmes, internships, and research.

Practicing Advocates

Enhance your practice with structured mediation skills to resolve disputes efficiently and improve client outcomes using ADR techniques.

Academicians & Researchers

Strengthen your knowledge of mediation theory, BCI’s curriculum changes, and integrate mediation teaching or clinic-based research.

Why this programme matters

Why Mediation & Why Now?

The dispute resolution landscape in India is shifting. Courts are overburdened, clients are impatient with long timelines, and the legal profession is moving towards settlement-focused, interest-based solutions.

Mediation sits at the heart of this change. It combines legal understanding with communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills that every modern lawyer and academic needs.

Mediation is no longer a “nice to have” optional skill. With BCI making Mediation & Conciliation compulsory and the Mediation Act, 2023 formalising the framework, it is fast becoming a core professional competency.

BCI-mandated: Law schools across India must now integrate Mediation & Conciliation into the LLB curriculum – creating demand for trained mediators and teachers.
Mediation Act, 2023: Introduces a dedicated legal framework, pre-litigation mediation and institutional structures, making mediation central to dispute resolution strategy.
Client expectations: Corporate, commercial and even family clients increasingly prefer faster, confidential and relationship-preserving outcomes over long-drawn litigation.
Career advantage: Mediation-readiness differentiates you as counsel, teacher or researcher — and opens pathways to panel mediation, court-annexed centres and private practice.

The shift towards mediation

A quick snapshot of why this is the right time to invest in mediation skills.

Compulsory

Mediation & Conciliation added as a mandatory subject in law schools by BCI.

New Law

The Mediation Act, 2023 gives statutory backing to mediation & pre-litigation processes.

Faster

Mediation often resolves disputes in weeks, not years, saving time and cost for clients.

Future-ready

ODR, cross-border, commercial & community mediation are emerging practice areas.

This programme is designed to place you at the centre of this transition — combining doctrinal understanding with live, practice-based training so you can apply mediation skills immediately in academia or practice.

Key benefits of joining

Programme Highlights

A focused, practice-oriented mediation training experience that blends doctrinal understanding with hands-on skills and robust assessment.

40-Hour Live Online Training

Intensive 1-week schedule (Monday–Friday) with structured sessions that map to BCI’s Mediation & Conciliation requirements.

1-week intensive cohort

BCI-Aligned Curriculum

Covers Mediation & Conciliation theory, practice, Mediation Act 2023, ethics, and application across practice areas, aligned with BCI’s mandate.

Mediation & Conciliation

Simulations & Role-Plays

Learn by doing through guided exercises, fishbowl demos and full-length mediation simulations with detailed feedback from expert coaches.

Practice-focused learning

Recordings & PDF Resources

Access session recordings, curated readings, templates and sample mediated settlement agreements for continued reference.

Reusable material

Assessment & Feedback

Integrated quizzes, drafting tasks and a final online assessment ensure you have internalised both doctrinal and practical aspects.

Outcome-based evaluation

RostrumLegal Certificate

Earn a certificate of completion from RostrumLegal upon meeting attendance and assessment criteria — a strong signal of mediation readiness.

Career signaling

1-week intensive · 40 hours

Course Structure & Curriculum

Monday to Friday · January 12–16 · Each day blends theory, skills training and live practice to build your mediation competence step by step.

Day 1 · Foundations

ADR Landscape & Mediation Fundamentals

Understand conflict, ADR methods, and the complete mediation process from start to finish.

Key sessions:

Overview of dispute resolution: litigation, arbitration, conciliation, mediation.
Why mediation: court backlog, client expectations, collaborative problem solving.
Mediation philosophy & traditional practices (Gandhian and community models).
Stages of mediation: introduction, joint session, caucus, negotiation, agreement.
Live demo: instructor-led “fishbowl” mediation simulation.

Outcome: You recognise when mediation is appropriate and can map a dispute across the mediation process.

ADR Overview Conflict & Process Live Demo

Day 2 · Skills

Communication, Negotiation & Core Mediation Skills

Build the communication and negotiation toolkit every mediator and mediation-ready lawyer needs.

Key sessions:

Communication in mediation: verbal, non-verbal, listening and rapport-building.
Tools: active listening, reframing, summarising, asking powerful questions.
Negotiation theory: positions vs. interests, BATNA, integrative bargaining.
Mediator’s toolbox: opening statements, agenda setting, managing emotions.
Guided mini-mediations & small-group role-plays.

Outcome: You can conduct effective conversations in mediation and support parties towards interest-based solutions.

Communication Interest-based Negotiation Mini Role-Plays

Day 3 · Law & Ethics

Indian Mediation Framework & Mediator Ethics

Dive into Section 89 CPC, the Mediation Act, 2023, court-annexed mediation and professional ethics.

Key sessions:

Section 89 CPC, court-referred mediation and MCPC training framework.
The Mediation Act, 2023: definitions, pre-litigation mediation, institutional setup.
Mediated settlement agreements: form, enforceability and challenge grounds.
Mediator ethics: neutrality, confidentiality, conflicts of interest, party self-determination.
Workshop: drafting sample mediated settlement clauses/agreements.

Outcome: You understand the legal position of mediation in India and can draft basic mediated settlement agreements ethically.

Mediation Act 2023 Ethics Drafting Practice

Day 4 · Practice

Live Simulations, Coaching & Feedback

Conduct full-length mediations in small groups with real-time feedback from expert coaches.

Key sessions:

Expert demonstration: complex commercial or family dispute mediation.
Briefing on case files: roles, confidential facts and process expectations.
Participant-led mediations in breakout rooms with rotation as mediator and parties.
Coaching and structured debrief for each group.

Outcome: You experience the full arc of a mediation from the mediator’s chair and receive personalised feedback on your style and skills.

Full Simulations Coaching Deep Debrief

Day 5 · Future & Assessment

Global Perspectives, Careers & Final Assessment

Connect Indian practice to global trends, explore career paths and complete your online assessment.

Key sessions:

International frameworks: Singapore Convention, UNCITRAL Model Law and ODR trends.
Guest panel: careers in mediation, court-annexed centres and private practice.
Final online assessment: MCQs + scenario-based questions.
Closing reflections, feedback and certification briefing.

Outcome: You see where mediation is headed globally, understand your career options and validate your learning through assessment.

Global Outlook Career Pathways Final Assessment

How the week is structured

Each day follows a clear rhythm: conceptual grounding, skill-building, and applied practice. By the end of the week, you move from understanding mediation intellectually to actually mediating disputes in a structured setting.

Days 1–2: Foundations, communication and negotiation – the “language” of mediation.
Day 3: Legal framework, ethics and drafting – the law and responsibilities around mediation.
Day 4: Full simulations – you mediate real-world style disputes with coaching.
Day 5: International perspective, career guidance and final assessment.

Note: Short quizzes and exercises are embedded through the week to help you retain concepts and prepare for the final online assessment.

How you will learn

Pedagogy & Learning Format

The programme is structured as a workshop-style, practice-first learning experience that blends live teaching, simulations, reflection and assessment.

This is not a passive webinar series. Each day is built around interaction — you watch demos, practice skills, receive feedback and consolidate learning through short assessments and guided reflection.

Live, synchronous sessions: Delivered via an online platform with real-time interaction, breakout rooms and Q&A with faculty and guest experts.
Workshop-style teaching: Concept inputs are followed by exercises, case discussions and simulations so you immediately apply what you learn.
Multi-modal resources: PDF readings, checklists, templates and examples of mediated settlement agreements support your independent study.
Continuous evaluation: Short quizzes, drafting tasks and a final online assessment help you track progress and validate competence.

The goal is simple: by the end of the week, you should be able to sit in the mediator’s chair with confidence — understanding both the law and the human dynamics of mediation.

100% Online · Live + Recordings

Attend from anywhere. Live sessions are recorded and made available for limited-time replay so you can revise concepts at your own pace.

Live delivery Session recordings

Simulations & Breakout Rooms

Work in small groups to practice real-life mediation scenarios, rotate roles (mediator, party, counsel) and receive targeted feedback from coaches.

Role-plays Coaching

Guided Reading & Templates

Curated materials, including the Mediation Act 2023, MCPC manual extracts and sample agreements, help you connect classroom discussion with real documents.

PDF handouts Practical templates

Quizzes, Drafting & Final Assessment

Light-touch daily quizzes and a capstone online test, combined with drafting exercises, ensure that both doctrinal understanding and practical skills are assessed.

Continuous evaluation Certificate-ready

Outcomes you can signal

Certificate & Assessment

Demonstrate verified mediation competence through a structured assessment process and a completion certificate issued by RostrumLegal.

Official Certificate of Completion

Online Mediation Training Programme

RostrumLegal

This is to certify that [Participant Name] has successfully completed the 40-hour Online Mediation Training Programme conducted by RostrumLegal, covering Mediation & Conciliation theory, practice, and assessment.

Certification requirements

Attendance: Minimum 90% live session attendance (or as notified) across the 40-hour programme.
Participation: Active involvement in simulations, role-plays and discussions, including at least one mediation conducted as student-mediator.
Assignments: Completion of drafting tasks and any short reflective or practice-based assignments given during the week.
Final assessment: Securing at least the minimum qualifying score in the online test (details below).

How you will be assessed

Assessment is designed to be supportive and practice-oriented. It checks not just what you know about mediation, but how you apply it in realistic scenarios.

Daily knowledge checks: Short quizzes at the end of select sessions to reinforce key concepts from the day’s teaching.
Practical performance: Informal evaluation of your performance in role-plays and simulations — communication, neutrality, structure and ethics.
Drafting exercise: A brief task focused on drafting a mediated settlement clause or agreement, checked for clarity and enforceability.
Final online test: A structured assessment (MCQs + scenario-based questions) covering mediation theory, Indian legal framework, ethics and process skills.

Quizzes Role-play evaluation Drafting task Final exam

Result & certificate: Participants who meet the attendance, participation and assessment criteria will receive a digital Certificate of Completion from RostrumLegal. Those who do not meet the threshold may receive a participation note or be invited to reattempt the assessment as per programme policy.

Common questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common queries about the Online Mediation Training Programme, eligibility, format and certification.

Is this programme suitable for law students with no prior mediation experience?

Yes. The curriculum is designed to start from first principles, so you do not need any prior mediation training. We begin with the basics of conflict, ADR and mediation, and then gradually build skills through demos, exercises and simulations.

If you are already familiar with mediation, the practice labs and role-plays will help deepen and structure what you know.

Does this training align with the Bar Council of India’s mediation curriculum?

Yes. The programme is structured to mirror the content and spirit of the BCI’s mandate on Mediation & Conciliation as a compulsory subject, and incorporates the Indian legal framework including Section 89 CPC and the Mediation Act, 2023.

It is suitable for law schools, faculty and students who wish to build capability aligned with the new curriculum and training expectations.

Will I receive recordings and study materials after the live sessions?

Yes. All live sessions are recorded and made available for a limited period after the programme, so you can revise key concepts or catch up on anything you missed.

You will also receive curated PDF readings, checklists, templates and sample mediated settlement agreements as part of the course resources.

What technology do I need to attend this online training?

You will need a stable internet connection, a laptop or desktop with a webcam and microphone, and the ability to join live video calls (Zoom / similar platform).

Headphones are strongly recommended for clearer audio during role-plays and breakout room activities.

Is there an exam at the end of the programme?

Yes. There is a final online assessment combining objective questions (MCQs) and short scenario-based questions. This is in addition to light-touch daily quizzes and your performance in simulations.

Your certificate of completion is issued once you meet the minimum attendance, participation and assessment requirements.

How is this programme different from a generic ADR course?

A generic ADR course typically surveys multiple processes (arbitration, negotiation, mediation, conciliation, etc.) at a high level. This programme is a deep dive into mediation, with a specific focus on Mediation & Conciliation as a practical skill-set.

Most of your time will be spent understanding mediation step-by-step, practicing as a mediator and learning how mediation fits into real disputes and careers.

Can colleges, universities or law firms enrol a group together?

Yes. We welcome institutional and group enrolments. Custom batches, scheduling and pricing can be discussed based on the number of participants and your training goals.

Please contact us for campus tie-ups, faculty development or organisation-specific mediation training.

Enroll in the upcoming cohort

Programme Details, Fees & Enrollment

Join the January 2026 cohort for a focused, one-week immersion in mediation theory, practice and assessment — delivered live and fully online.

Programme at a glance

Batch dates

January 12–16, 2026

Duration

40 Hours · 1 Week

Daily timings

[e.g. 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM IST]

Mode

Live Online + Recordings

Language

English

Certificate

RostrumLegal Certificate

Ideal cohort size: Limited seats to ensure personalised feedback during simulations and role-plays.

BCI curriculum aligned Mediation Act, 2023 Live simulations

Programme fee

₹ 24,000

Fee inclusive of live classes, recordings (for a limited time), digital materials and assessment. Update this amount as per your final pricing.

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Groups & institutions: Write to us for bulk enrollment, campus tie-ups or customised mediation training for your students or faculty.

For queries, email support@rostrumlegal.com or WhatsApp us at +91-9844035831.

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Start Your Mediation Journey with RostrumLegal

Join a new generation of lawyers, mediators and academics who resolve disputes using skill, empathy and structured negotiation. Limited seats for the January 12–16 cohort.

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