Contract Drafting
Dispute Resolution Clauses in Practice
Explore the practical drafting of dispute resolution clauses and learn how wording influences enforceability and outcomes.
- Advanced
- English
- 4 weeks
- 6 lessons
- Certificate included
What you will learn?
Draft effective dispute resolution clauses
Compare arbitration, mediation, and litigation clauses
Understand enforceability factors of clauses
Analyze real-world clause applications
Who this course is for
Lawyers drafting or reviewing commercial contracts
Contract managers handling dispute prevention strategies
Dispute resolution professionals advising on enforcement
Legal consultants focusing on risk allocation and compliance
Prerequisites
Familiarity with dispute resolution mechanisms (arbitration
mediation
litigation)
Experience in contract review or negotiation helpful
Understanding of jurisdictional considerations and governing law concepts
Willingness to engage in practical drafting exercises
Why this course
Dispute resolution clauses dictate the trajectory of conflicts,Learn to draft clauses that withstand enforcement challenges,Avoid ambiguities leading to jurisdictional disputes,Gain practical insights through real-world clause analysis,Understand differences in drafting for arbitration, mediation, and litigation,Build confidence in creating robust multi-tiered frameworks
Course content
Objective
Understand the fundamentals of dispute resolution clauses and their critical role in managing conflicts efficiently and effectively.
Key topics
Explain the function and importance of dispute resolution clauses
Identify types of dispute resolution mechanisms and their implications
Analyse governing law and jurisdiction considerations
Understand institutional versus ad hoc frameworks
Week 1
Lesson 1
Preview available
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Produce a practical checklist and a sample clause set aligned with the lesson objective.
Objective
Learn how to draft arbitration clauses that are precise, enforceable, and aligned with international standards.
Key topics
Draft arbitration clauses aligned with institutional rules
Choose appropriate seat
language
and governing law
Address procedural elements such as appointment of arbitrators
Avoid pathological clauses and drafting errors
Week 2
Lesson 2
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Draft/redline a clause based on the lesson focus and explain your drafting choices.
Objective
Gain expertise in structuring mediation and escalation clauses to prevent disputes and promote amicable resolutions.
Key topics
Draft clear and enforceable mediation provisions
Structure escalation clauses combining negotiation
mediation
and arbitration
Address timing and notice requirements in escalation frameworks
Anticipate enforceability challenges in multi-tier clauses
Balance flexibility with certainty in drafting
Align clause design with commercial objectives
Week 3
Lesson 3
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Draft/redline a clause based on the lesson focus and explain your drafting choices.
Objective
Learn to draft litigation clauses that provide certainty and minimise jurisdictional risks in cross-border contracts.
Key topics
Draft clauses designating court jurisdiction effectively
Incorporate choice of law and forum selection provisions
Understand exclusive versus non-exclusive jurisdiction clauses
Address service of process and enforcement considerations
Week 3
Lesson 4
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Draft/redline a clause based on the lesson focus and explain your drafting choices.
Objective
Understand how to avoid drafting mistakes that compromise enforceability and lead to costly disputes.
Key topics
Identify common errors in drafting dispute resolution clauses
Analyse case law on pathological clauses
Mitigate risks of conflicting provisions in contracts
Ensure consistency between main agreements and annexures
Address enforceability in multi-jurisdictional contexts
Apply lessons from real-world drafting failures
Week 4
Lesson 5
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Draft/redline a clause based on the lesson focus and explain your drafting choices.
Objective
Put theory into practice through hands-on drafting exercises and real-case analysis of dispute resolution provisions.
Key topics
Draft dispute resolution clauses for different scenarios
Review and improve sample clauses for enforceability
Apply institutional model clauses in practical exercises
Evaluate clause performance in case-based simulations
Week 4
Lesson 6
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Draft/redline a clause based on the lesson focus and explain your drafting choices.
Description
The effectiveness of a dispute resolution clause often determines how quickly and cost-effectively conflicts are resolved. Poorly drafted clauses can lead to procedural complications, jurisdictional challenges, and even unenforceable agreements — resulting in lengthy and expensive litigation.
This advanced course focuses on the practical aspects of drafting dispute resolution clauses that work in real-world scenarios. Participants will examine the legal principles underpinning arbitration, mediation, and litigation provisions, and learn to craft clauses that align with business objectives while ensuring procedural clarity and enforceability.
Through analysis of actual cases, model clauses, and interactive drafting exercises, you will learn to identify pitfalls in dispute resolution language and apply best practices for effective drafting. By the end of this course, you will be able to design dispute resolution frameworks that reduce risk, avoid ambiguity, and promote efficient resolution of conflicts — helping preserve both legal certainty and commercial relationships.
This advanced course focuses on the practical aspects of drafting dispute resolution clauses that work in real-world scenarios. Participants will examine the legal principles underpinning arbitration, mediation, and litigation provisions, and learn to craft clauses that align with business objectives while ensuring procedural clarity and enforceability.
Through analysis of actual cases, model clauses, and interactive drafting exercises, you will learn to identify pitfalls in dispute resolution language and apply best practices for effective drafting. By the end of this course, you will be able to design dispute resolution frameworks that reduce risk, avoid ambiguity, and promote efficient resolution of conflicts — helping preserve both legal certainty and commercial relationships.
Instructor
Mian Sheraz Javaid
Develop Precision To Draft Enforceable Legal Contracts.
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.
