International Negotiation Competition: 6-8 SEPTEMBER 2019

THE SIXTH HERBERT SMITH FREEHILLS AND NLU DELHI
INTERNATIONAL
NEGOTIATION COMPETITION
6-8 SEPTEMBER 2019
National Law University, Delhi
Sector-14, Dwarka
New Delhi-110078
India
HERBERTSMITHFREEHILLS.COM NLUDELHI.AC.IN
HSF-NLU DELHI INTERNATIONAL
NEGOTIATION COMPETITION 2019
Herbert Smith Freehills (HSF) and National Law Judging: Each round is judged by a panel of one to three judges. Judges
will include renowned lawyers and academicians.
University, Delhi (NLU Delhi) are pleased to invite you
to the sixth edition of the HSF-NLU Delhi International Prizes: All participants will receive certificates of participation. The
Negotiation Competition (INC) to be held on winners will receive a trophy to be held in their university and each
member of the winning team will receive a cash prize. The runners-up
6-8 September 2019 in Delhi. will also receive a trophy and cash prize. There will be an award for the
best negotiator and the best negotiation plan. A spirit of the competition
The competition aims at providing an opportunity to law students of top award will also be given to the team that best displays the qualities of
universities across the globe to practice and improve their negotiation good negotiation.
skills. It provides a platform for students to compete in a truly diverse and
international environment. The competition is carefully structured to GENERAL INFORMATION
simulate legal negotiations, making it particularly useful for those students
Registration fees: A registration fee of INR 6,000 per team will be
who aspire to be international lawyers.
charged, to be paid upon arrival at NLU Delhi.
Students participating in the competition will assume the roles of
Travel expenses and accommodation: Each participant will be
international lawyers in negotiating a series of legal problems. The
responsible for his or her own travel expenses. NLU Delhi will provide
problems will be based on real life examples and will comprise a common
accommodation to the participants on the days of the competition at
set of facts known to all participants and confidential information known
no costs.
only to the participants representing a particular side.
Registration: Once you have confirmed participation, you will be
INC is an invitation only competition.
requested to provide the team details.
Structure of the competition: Over 30 teams are expected to
Indian visa: It is recommended that international teams apply for the
participate in the competition. There will be two preliminary rounds.
Indian visa at least 4-6 weeks before the competition dates. The Indian
Qualifying teams will then proceed to the advanced rounds, which will
visa requirements will vary from country to country; thus it is advisable
be knock-out rounds. The final round will take place between the
to visit the Indian embassy's/consulate's website for your country for
winners of the advanced rounds. Each round will consist of a 60 or 90
further details.
minute negotiation session, which may be extended at the discretion of
the judges, to make it akin to a real life experience.
For further information about the competition,
please contact Daniel Mathew ([email protected]).
Team composition: Each team will consist of two students.
Eligible students: All students who are enrolled in a full-time law degree
(undergraduate or post-graduate) as on 1 September 2019 will be
eligible to participate.
University representation: Only one team per University will be

allowed to participate in the competition.
SCHEDULE
15 June 2019 Release of the problems/negotiation simulations
15 July 2019 Deadline for seeking clarifications
1 August 2019 Submission of the negotiation plan
6 September 2019 Registration and welcome address
6-8 September 2019 Preliminary and advanced rounds
8 September 2019 Finals and awards ceremony
The participants will be informed sufficiently in advance if there is any

change in the schedule.
HSF-NLU DELHI INTERNATIONAL NEGOTIATION COMPETITION 2019
ABOUT HERBERT SMITH FREEHILLS ABOUT DELHI

As one of the world’s leading law firms, we advise many of the biggest and Delhi has been the seat of power in India for several rulers and many
most ambitious organisations across all major regions of the globe. Our empires for about a millennium. The city's importance lies not just in its
clients trust us with their most important transactions, disputes and past glory as the seat of empires and magnificent monuments, but also in
projects because of our ability to cut through complexity and mitigate risk. the rich and diverse cultures. Delhi is sprinkled with dazzling gems,
captivating ancient monuments, fascinating museums and art galleries,
We can help you thrive in the global economy. Operating from over 20 architectural wonders, a vivacious performing-arts scene, fabulous eating
offices spanning Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East and the places and bustling markets. Its excellent location, just a few hours from
US, we can deliver whatever expertise you need, wherever you need it. Taj Mahal, Rajasthan and the Himalayas, makes it an attractive destination
for tourists across the globe. Delhi has also evolved as the education
Because technical ability alone is not enough, we seek to build capital of the country with top institutions (such as the University of Delhi,
exceptional working relationships with our clients. By doing so, we are Indian Institute of Technology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences,
able to develop a deeper understanding of our clients’ businesses, Jawaharlal Nehru University and the National Law University) making it
provide commercially astute, innovative advice and create better their home.
business outcomes for our clients.
For further details, please visit: www.incredibleindia.org and
Herbert Smith Freehills's India practice is one of the strongest and most www.delhitourism.gov.in.
versatile of any international firm. Comprising over 40 partners, Herbert
Smith Freehills offers a true breadth of service to clients - from Indian
businesses seeking global expansion to international organisations
building an operational presence in India.
For further details, please visit: www.herbertsmithfreehills.com.
ABOUT NATIONAL LAW UNIVERSITY, DELHI

NLU Delhi is an institution of excellence striving for all round
development and holistic growth to create enterprising, sensitised,
socially aware legal personalities. Within a short span of a few years,
the University has managed to strike a balance between academics,
extra curricular and co curricular activities with phenomenal success at
national and international moot court competitions.
For further details, please visit: www.nludelhi.ac.in.
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THE SIXTH HERBERT SMITH FREEHILLS AND NLU DELHI

University representation: Only one team per University will be

15 June 2019 Release of the problems/negotiation simulations

15 July 2019 Deadline for seeking clarifications

1 August 2019 Submission of the negotiation plan

6 September 2019 Registration and welcome address

6-8 September 2019 Preliminary and advanced rounds

8 September 2019 Finals and awards ceremony

The participants will be informed sufficiently in advance if there is any

ABOUT HERBERT SMITH FREEHILLS ABOUT DELHI

For further details, please visit: www.herbertsmithfreehills.com.

ABOUT NATIONAL LAW UNIVERSITY, DELHI

For further details, please visit: www.nludelhi.ac.in.

© Herbert Smith Freehills LLP 2019 0995W/150219

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