Advocacy
Advocacy in Arbitration
A 3-Month Transformative Course for Legal Professionals.
- Intermediate
- English
- 3 months
- 6 lessons
- Certificate included
What you will learn?
Master oral advocacy techniques specific to arbitration
Handle witness examination and cross-examination
Understand procedural distinctions from courts
Draft persuasive submissions tailored to arbitration settings
Who this course is for
Practicing lawyers and/or arbitration counsel preparing for international or domestic hearings
Mid-level dispute resolution professionals seeking to enhance advocacy competence
Prerequisites
Prior exposure to arbitration procedures
or
Completion of foundational advocacy training
Why this course
Gain specialised advocacy skills tailored to arbitral culture and process, Harness techniques used by top international arbitration counsel and adapt litigation skills to arbitration’s unique environment.
Course content
Objective
Understand the unique framework of arbitration advocacy
Key topics
Identify the roles of tribunal
counsel
and parties in arbitration
Interpret key procedural rules under major arbitral institutions
Analyse common evidentiary and jurisdictional challenges in arbitration
Apply advocacy strategies tailored to domestic and international proceedings
Week 1
Lesson 1
Preview available
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Downloadables
- 1
Activity
Draft a concise procedural note (issues, positions, evidence) for a hypothetical arbitration scenario.
Objective
Master the art of persuasive written advocacy in arbitration
Key topics
Draft clear and compelling statements of claim and defence
Structure memorials and submissions for procedural clarity
Use evidence effectively in written advocacy
Incorporate persuasive legal reasoning in arbitral pleadings
Week 2
Lesson 2
Preview available
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Downloadables
- 1
Activity
Draft a short Notice of Arbitration (or procedural document) and share for peer review.
Objective
Learn how to deliver compelling opening statements
Key topics
Develop impactful opening statements for arbitral hearings
Present case theory with clarity and authority
Use visuals and timelines effectively during openings
Engage with the tribunal to set the tone for hearings
Week 3
Lesson 3
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Complete a short case study worksheet and summarize your decision/recommendation.
Objective
Develop confidence and precision in witness handling
Key topics
Prepare and conduct direct examinations to establish credibility
Plan and execute effective cross-examinations
Formulate strategic lines of questioning to expose weaknesses
Handle adverse witnesses with composure and control
Week 4
Lesson 4
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Draft a concise procedural note (issues, positions, evidence) for a hypothetical arbitration scenario.
Objective
Gain strategies to manage procedural and evidentiary challenges
Key topics
Address evidentiary objections and document production disputes
Navigate procedural orders and interim measures effectively
Handle electronic evidence and technology in arbitration
Respond to tribunal questions persuasively during hearings
Week 5
Lesson 5
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Draft a concise procedural note (issues, positions, evidence) for a hypothetical arbitration scenario.
Objective
Conclude hearings powerfully and secure favourable outcomes with structured closing arguments and robust post-hearing advocacy.
Key topics
Structure persuasive closing submissions
Summarise complex evidence and arguments with clarity
Address tribunal concerns in closing effectively
Draft impactful post-hearing briefs that reinforce your case
Week 6
Lesson 6
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Draft a short Notice of Arbitration (or procedural document) and share for peer review.
Description
Advocacy in Arbitration is an advanced-level programme designed for legal professionals who want to master the art of persuasion within arbitral proceedings. Unlike courtroom litigation, arbitration requires nuanced strategies that balance precision with flexibility. This course focuses on the distinct techniques and protocols that define successful advocacy in arbitral forums, ensuring participants are prepared for both domestic and international hearings.
From opening statements to cross-examination and closing arguments, this course equips you with the skills to confidently handle procedural and evidentiary challenges unique to arbitration. Participants will learn how to structure compelling written submissions, conduct witness examinations effectively, and deliver persuasive oral arguments—while adhering to arbitral etiquette and procedural rules.
Delivered by leading arbitration practitioners, this course combines academic rigour with practical application, featuring live simulations, mock arbitral hearings, and feedback from seasoned experts. By the end of this programme, you will possess the tools to stand out as an arbitration advocate in any forum.
From opening statements to cross-examination and closing arguments, this course equips you with the skills to confidently handle procedural and evidentiary challenges unique to arbitration. Participants will learn how to structure compelling written submissions, conduct witness examinations effectively, and deliver persuasive oral arguments—while adhering to arbitral etiquette and procedural rules.
Delivered by leading arbitration practitioners, this course combines academic rigour with practical application, featuring live simulations, mock arbitral hearings, and feedback from seasoned experts. By the end of this programme, you will possess the tools to stand out as an arbitration advocate in any forum.
Instructor
Mian Sheraz Javaid
Master In Advocacy Through Practical Legal Training.
Sheraz draws from his rare dual expertise as an engineer and barrister to offer elite training in contract drafting. These programs are crafted for professionals who draft or review complex contracts and seek to enhance clarity, enforceability, and risk control across jurisdictions and sectors.
