Commercial Contracts and Dispute Resolution Masterclass

About the Training

In a rapidly evolving business landscape, mastering the art of crafting and negotiating commercial contracts and effectively resolving disputes is more critical than ever. The Commercial Contracts & Dispute Resolution Masterclass 2025, curated by VCCircle, is designed to equip legal, finance, and business professionals with cutting-edge insights, practical frameworks, and real-world examples to navigate these challenges successfully.

This two-day intensive program dives deep into the complexities of drafting airtight contracts, the nuances of negotiation, and the latest dispute resolution trends shaping the Indian and global markets. Learn directly from India’s top legal minds, in-house counsel, and dispute resolution experts through interactive sessions, role plays, and panel discussions.

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Overview

Key Highlights

In-depth coverage of modern contract drafting and negotiation strategies
Live case studies and real-world scenarios tailored to current market dynamics
Key regulatory updates impacting commercial contracts and dispute resolution
Best practices for dispute prevention, management, and enforcement
Practical tips for contract amendments, terminations, and risk mitigation
Direct interaction with India’s most influential legal and commercial professionals

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Agenda

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Day 1 - 25 September
Day 2 - 26 September

10:00 AM onwards

10:00 AM – 10:10 AM

Welcome Remarks by VCCircle

10:10 AM – 11:00 AM
Drafting Airtight Commercial Contracts in India's Dynamic Market
Updated contract law fundamentals

Common drafting mistakes & how to avoid them

Digital economy impact: data privacy, AI, ESG clauses

Key clauses: Reps & Warranties, Indemnities, Covenants, Termination

Tips for balancing legal, commercial, and sector-specific priorities

Trainer: Karan Kalra, Founder, Bombay Law Chambers

11:00 AM – 11:15 AM

Tea/Coffee Break

11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
Mastering Negotiation Strategies for Complex Deals
Negotiation frameworks: distributive vs. integrative

Cross-border and regulated sector nuances

Overcoming deadlocks: recent case studies and best practices

Trainer: Vivek Jha, Partner, Fox Mandal & Associates LLP

12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
Legal Compliance, Risk Allocation & Regulatory Changes
Compliance updates: digital signatures, data protection, evolving regulatory requirements

Managing risks: indemnities, liability caps, insurance strategies

Sector-specific compliance examples (fintech, infra, digital platforms)

Trainer: Pooja Kapadia, Partner, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas Advocates & Solicitors

12:45 PM – 1:30 PM
Interactive Panel: Real-world Drafting & Negotiation Challenges
Panel of experts (law firm partners, in-house counsel)

Live Q&A for participants’ real-life challenges

Practical insights on what really works in today’s contracts

Trainers: Promode Murugavelu, Partner, Khaitan & Co & Shubha S. Karra, VP – General Counsel & Head of Compliance, CloudExtel

DAY 2

9:30 AM onwards

9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
Dispute Resolution in Commercial Contracts: Emerging Trends
Current dispute resolution landscape in India

Arbitration, mediation, litigation: what works best

Crafting robust dispute resolution clauses

Hybrid dispute resolution models

Trainer: Shweta Sahu, Leader, International Dispute Resolution and Investigations practice, Nishith Desai Associates

10:15 AM – 11:00 AM
Managing Disputes: Enforcement Challenges & Strategy
Choosing the right dispute resolution method

Proactive dispute prevention techniques

Enforcement of awards (domestic & international)

Real-life examples and practical consideration

Trainer: Arva Merchant, Partner at Khaitan & Co

11:00 AM – 11:15 AM

Tea/Coffee Break

11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
Advanced Session: International Arbitration & Enforcement Tactics
Cost, delay, and multi-party complexities in arbitration

Strategies for Indian awards enforcement abroad

Tactics for efficient dispute resolution in cross-border contracts

Trainers: Amit Goyal, Partner, Forensic & Integrity Services EY & Nitesh Prakash, Partner, Forensic & Integrity Services EY

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Contract Modifications, Amendments, & Termination: Best Practices
Drafting effective modifications and amendments

Contract frustration, force majeure, termination triggers

Payment, exclusivity, confidentiality clauses in practice

Dealing with disputes during amendments and terminations

Trainer: Shourya Sengupta, Partner, Khaitan & Co