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28 – 29 January 2020

ORGANIZED BY
S C H O O L O F L AW
IMS UNISON UNIVERSITY
D E H R A D U N , U T TA R A K H A N D
 IMS UNISON UNIVERSITY
IMS Unison University Dehradun, a constituent of Unison Group has made fast
strides in the horizon of education as a premier educational and research University.
Nestled amidst beautiful and serene surroundings, it offers an environment that
fosters learning and stimulates creativity. Ever since its inception in 1996 as IMS
Dehradun, as a non- profit organization led by a group of visionaries, it has dedicated
itself for the cause of changing the face of professional education in Uttarakhand. The
University today provides a platform for excellence in teaching, learning and
research. State- of-the-art information technology is extensively used in the
University contributing to the development of well-trained graduates, postgraduates
and doctorate students to fulfil the manpower needs of the corporate world. IMS
Unison University aspires to become a renowned centre for creation & dissemination
of knowledge. It aims to provide a holistic career oriented education that develops
intellectual, moral and physical capabilities of the students, nurturing creativity and
innovation. The University is committed for the cause of imparting quality education
by providing the required academic infrastructure, developing strong industry
interface and providing placement opportunities to its students.

SCHOOL OF LAW
School of Law is making fast strides in the horizon of legal education. It offers
BALLB (Hons.), BBALLB (Hons.), LLM. & Ph.D programs. Ever since its
inception, School of Law has set up a sublime tradition of organizing meaningful &
constructive academic programs in the pursuit of imparting quality legal education.
Pragyaan: Journal of Law, a double blind peer reviewed journal published bi-
annually by the School of Law is one more feather to its cap which bears testimony to
the fact of its commitment for the cause of legal research. The academia which
comprises a blend of highly qualified professionals & academicians is making every
effort to perch this School of Law on a higher pedestal of academic learning &
research.
 SCHEDULE
4th December 2019 Release of Competition Brochure
Last date of Submission of Soft Copy of Registration
12 January 2020
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Form along with Demand Draft/ NEFT /IMPS Details
Last Date for Submission of Hard Copy of Registration
19th January 2020
Form along with Demand Draft/ NEFT /IMPS Details
Inauguration Ceremony, Preliminary Round I & II
28 January 2020
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& Semi-Final Round

29th January 2020 Final Round, Valedictory & Prize Distribution
Ceremony

RULES AND REGULATIONS

I. ELIGIBILTY

The Competition is open for students pursuing three/ five-year LL.B. Degree Course
from recognized Law College /University in India, subject to fulfillment of the
registration formalities.

II. TEAM COMPOSITION

Each team shall consist of maximum two members – one playing the role of a
mediator and the other of a Advocate. All participants are mandatorily required to
carry their University/College ID Cards during the competition. Maximum 2 teams
from a University/ College can participate in the competition. The registration is on a
first come first serve basis. The registration shall be open for the first 12 teams,
followed by which the registration shall be closed. In case any team backs out, the
13th team to register shall be taken into account.
III. REGISTRATION

1. In order to confirm participation, teams of every Institution should register

themselves as per schedule mentioned herein above. The registration process consists
of the following two steps:
Step one: Each team is required to send the scanned copy of their duly filled-in
Registration form along with the scanned copy of the Demand Draft/NEFT/IMPS
details to sol.adr2020@gmail.com by 12th January 2020.
Subject of the mail should be “Registration Form for IMS UNISON UNIVERSITY
1st NATIONAL MEDIATION COMPETITION, 2020”
The Demand Draft shall be drawn in favour of “IMS Unison University” payable at
Dehradun.

Details for Payment through e-mode such as NEFT/IMPS are as under

Beneficiary Name: IMS Unison University
Account No: 15262191003778
Bank: Oriental Bank of Commerce, Makkawala, Dehradun
IFSC Code: ORBC0101526
NOTE- In case of payment through NEFT/IMPS original receipt along with the
UTR No. /Ref. No. is required to be submitted through e-mail (scanned copy).
Step two: Registration Form and Original Demand Draft/original receipt along with
the UTR No./Ref. No. should reach the University by 19th January 2020.
“Registration Form for 1st NATIONAL MEDIATION COMPETITION 2020”
should be superscripted on the envelope.
The postal address is as under:
“NATIONAL MEDIATION COMPETITON 2020”; School of Law; IMS Unison
University, Makkawala Greens, Mussoorie Diversion Road, Dehradun- 248001
1. Registration Fee: Rs. 2,500/- (Rupees Two Thousand Five Hundred only)
(inclusive of GST) for each participating team.
2. Forms received after the deadline shall not be considered for registration.
3. The Registration is open to 12 teams only on First cum First Serve basis.
4. The Registration Fee shall not be refunded in case the Registered Team fails to
arrive for the competition or requisite number of team members fail to participate.
5. There shall be no on spot registration of the teams.
IV. JUDGING STANDARDS
Criteria Marks

a Experience of the Mediation Process 10

b Knowledge of Mediation Advocacy 10
c Communication Skills 10
d Knowledge of law 10
e Practical Mediation Advocacy Skills 20
f Client's satisfaction 20
g Effective conclusion 20

The decision of organizing committee shall be final and binding on all the teams

V. ROUNDS:

a. Preliminary Round (12 teams)

b. Semi Final Round (4 teams)
c. Final Round (2 teams)

VI. Time-Slots
I. Preliminary Round: 30 minutes
II. Semi-Final Round: 45 minutes
III. Final Round: 60 minutes

The participating teams are expected to adhere to the time limit in every circumstance.
The Mediation Period :
The first 25 minutes in the Preliminary Round and 40 minutes in Semi-Final round and
55 minutes in Final Round are devoted for general caucus as well as private caucus on
the discretion of the mediator. During the mediation period and post-mediation
period, the teams may use Bare Acts, notes and other materials.
Post Mediation Period:
The remaining time from the total time as specified above will be for post-mediation
period i.e. the last 5 minutes in all the respective rounds are devoted for post
mediation. During the post-mediation period, the participants may either talk to each
other loudly enough to be overheard by the judges, or dictate a file memorandum on
the interview, or both.
VII. SUBJECTS ENCOMPASSED:
All the Problems shall be based on either of the subjects, solely or in combination
therewith:
I. Contract Law
II. Criminal Law
III. Family Law
IV. Law of Torts
V. Constitutional Law
VI. Civil Law
VII. Commercial Law
The participants are expected to have knowledge of other ancillary laws and
procedures.
VIII. DRESS CODE
The Dress Code shall be Formals as below.
Female(s): White Shirt, Black Trouser and Black Tie along with Black Blazer and
Black Shoes.
Male(s): White Shirt and Black Trouser along with Black Tie, Black Blazer and Black
Shoes. Non adherence to dress code shall attract penalty
IX. AWARDS AND CERTIFICATES
Categories of Awards:
• Best Team-Winner's Trophy, Cash Prize & Certificate of Merit
• Runner's up Team -Runner's up Trophy, Cash Prize-& Certificate of Merit
• Best Mediator -Best Mediator Trophy, Cash Prize & Certificate of Merit
• Best Advocate -Best Advocate Trophy, Cash Prize & Certificate of Merit
X. FOOD
The Food will be provided by the Organizer which include Breakfast & Lunch on 28th
January 2020 and Breakfast & Lunch on 29th January 2020 in IMS Unison University
Campus.
XI. ACCOMODATION
The have to make own stay arrangement however the organizing committee will
notify certain hotel where the participants can stay at subsidized rates.

Note: In case of any dispute, the decision of the Organizing Committee shall be
final and binding.
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REGISTRATION FORM
INSTRUCTIONS: All participating teams are requested to fill in the details in capital letters and a scanned copy of the filled
form should be mailed to sol.adr2020@gmail.com to expedite allotment of the team code. Please read the Rules &
Regulations of the competition before submitting the registration form.
1. UNIVERSITY/ INSTITUTION DETAIL
Name of University/ Institution: ....................................................................................................................
Address of University/ Institution: .................................................................................................................
Name of Dean / HOD: ....................................................................................................................................
Telephone No.: ............................................................. Fax No.: ...................................................................
E-Mail: ............................................................................ Website: ..................................................................
2. Mediator
Name: .............................................................. Gender: ...............................................
Course: ............................................................... Year: .................................................
Mobile No: .....................................................................................................................
Email: .............................................................................................................................

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3. Advocate
Name: .............................................................. Gender: ...............................................
Course: ............................................................... Year: .................................................
Mobile No: .....................................................................................................................
Email: .............................................................................................................................

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4. DEMAND DRAFT /NEFT /IMPS DETAILS

Name of the Bank: .........................................................................................................................

Demand Draft No/UTR No./Ref. No.: ..................................

Amount: .................................. Date: ..................................
Note: Demand draft should be in favor of “IMS UNISON UNIVERSITY” payable at Dehradun.

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5. DECLARATION BY THE TEAM MEMBERS

We hereby certify that the information given by us is true and complete in all material respect.
We also undertake to abide by the Rules & Regulations of the Client Counseling Competition.

Signature (Mediator) Signature (Advocate)

 PATRONS

Shri Amit Agarwal

Chairman
Prof. Gurdip Singh
Chancellor

Prof. Gautam Sinha

Vice Chancellor
Dr. Ravikesh Srivastava
Pro Vice Chancellor

CONSTITUTION OF COMMITTEE
CHAIRMAN
Prof.(Dr.) Ram Niwas Sharma
Dean, School of Law

CONVENER
Dr. Shoaib Mohammad (7017443771)

CO-CONVENERS
Shekhar Kumar Singh (7895766649)
Neha Singh (7667600592)

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND CLARIFICATIONS PLEASE CONTACT;

STUDENTS CONVENER
Aaditya Bhardwaj : 8789310026, 9431850346

STUDENTS CO-CONVENERS
Shikha : 6200217855
Akanksha Singh : 8077589026

IMS UNISON UNIVERSITY

Makkawala Greens, Mussoorie Diversion Road, Dehradun- 248009,
Uttarakhand, India
T : 0135-3000600 W: www.iuu.ac