Asian Centre for International Arbitration and Mediation (ACIAM) and National Law Institute University (NLIU), Bhopal are organising the International Mediation Conference on “Bridging Access to Justice through Techniques, Technology & Institutions”, to be held on 5th September 2025 at Radisson Blu, Visakhapatnam.
About ACIAM
The Asian Centre for International Arbitration and Mediation (ACIAM) is a leading institution dedicated to promoting alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in India and other jurisdictions. It aims to provide efficient, cost-effective, and impartial methods for resolving legal and commercial conflicts. ACIAM offers both arbitration and mediation services, including online and hybrid options, and facilitates processes like Med-Arb and Arb-Med-Arb.
About NLIU Bhopal
National Law Institute University Bhopal is a public law school and a National Law University located in Bhopal, India. Established in 1997 by the State of Madhya Pradesh, it is the second law school established under the National Law School system.
About the Conference
The International Conference on Mediation represents a significant milestone in ACIAM’s ongoing efforts to explore innovative approaches to dispute resolution. This one-day conference brings together distinguished jurists, legal practitioners, industry experts, and scholars to examine the evolving landscape of Mediation across various sectors.
The conference aims to facilitate a meaningful exchange of ideas, experiences, and insights on the implementation of mediation processes in different legal and commercial contexts. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research, practical case studies, and emerging trends shaping this collaborative dispute resolution mechanism.
Conference Sessions
The International Conference will consist of 4 technical sessions.
1. Mediation Service Providers and Courts
- This session explores how courts and mediation service providers can work collaboratively to integrate mediation into the justice delivery system. It will examine models of court-referred mediation, regulatory frameworks, and best practices to promote wider adoption and ensure quality standards.
2. Sector-specific Mediation and Hyper-Specialization – Opportunities and Challenges
- Focusing on mediation in specialized sectors such as Family disputes, Construction, Intellectual Property, and financial services, this session will discuss the benefits and challenges of developing hyper-specialized mediation panels. It will highlight how industry expertise can enhance outcomes and address sector- specific complexities.
3. Role of AI in Mediation – Opportunities and Challenges
- This discussion will look at how artificial intelligence tools are transforming mediation—from online dispute resolution platforms to AI-assisted case management and data analytics. Speakers will address both the opportunities for efficiency and the ethical, legal, and practical challenges that come with integrating technology.
4. Role of Institutional Mediation in resolving MSME disputes
- This session will examine the critical role institutional mediation plays in helping micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) resolve disputes efficiently. It will cover frameworks, success stories, and strategies for increasing MSME access to structured mediation services that protect business continuity.
Venue
Radisson Blu, Visakhapatnam.
Registration Fee
- Standard Registration: INR 2,500
- Student Registration (Valid ID required), NGOs, Social Workers: INR 1,500
- Foreign Nationals: USD 50
Note: Registration Fee to be paid on the day of the conference.
Registration and Payment
- Registration Form: [Click here to Register]
- UPI: vtpl@ybl
Registration Deadline
20 August, 2025.
Downloads
Brochure: [Click here to view]
Contact
Email: [email protected].
- U. Nikitha, Co-Founder ACIAM & Ultra Lawyer: +91-9704286968
- Vivek. N, Co-Founder, ACIAM: +91-9010164444
