Dharmashastra National Law University Hosts Its 2nd DNLU Conclave
DNLU concluded its five-day 2nd DNLU Conclave, offering students the opportunity to engage with leading legal professionals across sessions on litigation, corporate law, and intellectual property. Scroll down to read more!
Jabalpur, 20th October 2024 — Dharmashastra National Law University (DNLU) concluded its five-day 2nd DNLU Conclave, offering students the opportunity to engage with leading legal professionals across sessions on litigation, corporate law, and intellectual property. The event, organized by the university's Recruitment Coordination Committee and Internship Coordination Cell, provided invaluable industry insights from renowned speakers and advocates.
Dharmashastra National Law University (DNLU) successfully hosted the second edition of its flagship event, the DNLU Conclave, from October 16th to October 20th, 2024. Organized by the Recruitment Coordination Committee of the Batch of 2025 and the Internship Coordination Cell, the five-day conclave was led by Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Manoj Kumar Sinha, Registrar Prof. (Dr.) Shailesh N. Hadli, and other notable faculty members, including Dr. Praveen Tripathi, Mr. Shashank Pathak, and Ms. Shruti Tiwari.
The conclave aimed to bridge the gap between academia and the professional legal world by providing students with direct access to some of the most prominent voices in the legal industry. Over five days, participants engaged in insightful sessions that covered various legal disciplines such as litigation, corporate law, media law, intellectual property, and dispute resolution.
Highlights of the 2nd DNLU Conclave
The 2024 edition of the DNLU Conclave comprised eight sessions that featured panel discussions, technical deep dives, and interactive engagements. Key topics included:
- Changing Dynamics of Entering into Litigation: The conclave kicked off with a thought-provoking discussion on the evolving landscape of litigation, focusing on the unique challenges faced by first-generation lawyers compared to established legal professionals.
- Litigation Challenges: First Generation vs. Established Lawyers: Speakers shared insights on how new entrants can navigate the demanding environment of litigation, contrasting their experiences with the pathways available to those from established legal backgrounds.
- Exploring Legal Opportunities in Trustee Services and Allied Industries: The panel explored burgeoning legal opportunities in sectors like insurance, trustee services, and allied industries, offering attendees a broader perspective on legal career possibilities.
- Corporate Contracts: From Negotiation to Execution: Another standout session delved into the critical stages of corporate contracts, providing participants with practical advice on negotiation tactics and contract execution strategies.
- India’s Arbitration Landscape: This session evaluated India’s preparedness in arbitration and outlined the future pathways for dispute resolution within the country’s legal framework.
- Navigating Intellectual Property Law: Startup Essentials and Litigation: The final session addressed the significance of intellectual property (IP) law, particularly focusing on startup strategies and IP litigation.
Esteemed Speakers and Legal Luminaries
The DNLU Conclave featured a stellar lineup of legal professionals and advocates from top law firms, corporate legal departments, and the High Court of Madhya Pradesh. Distinguished speakers included:
- Ms. Harini Shrinivasan, AGM Legal, Axis Trustee
- Dr. Rohitt Salwan, Legal Head, Bajaj Allianz
- Mr. Suprio Dasgupta, Partner, Luthra & Luthra
- Mr. Nikhil Guliani, Legal Head, NDTV Group
- Ms. Sindhuja Kashyap, Partner, King Stubb & Kasiva
- Mr. Vivek Kumar Jha, Partner, Fox Mandal & Associates
- Mr. Gauhar Mirza, Partner, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas
- Ms. Mehak Oberoi, Legal Head, GE Vernova
- Mr. Anchit Oswal, Partner, Khaitan & Co.
- Ms. Anjali Anchayil, Partner, JSA
- Ms. Priya Adhlakha, Associate Partner, Fidus Law Chambers
- Ms. Kangan Roda, Founder & Managing Partner, Illumin IP
- Mr. Shreekanth Katti, Head-Legal, Compliance & Data Protection, Merck Group
- Ms. Sonal Chhablani, Associate Partner, TMT Law Practice
- Mr. Kirtikanth Kaviju, Head-Legal & Compliance, Logos Group
- Ms. Juhi Chawla, Partner, Dua & Associates
Additionally, seasoned advocates from the High Court of Madhya Pradesh, including Senior Advocate Anshuman Singh and Advocates Sankalp Kochar, Rohan Harne, Siddharth Sharma, and Utkarsh Sonkar, shared their experiences and perspectives on the evolving challenges within the legal profession.
Enhancing Legal Education and Industry Engagement
The 2nd DNLU Conclave was a collaborative endeavor involving not just faculty members but also the student bar association, media committee, and numerous students who helped organize and manage the event. This unified effort contributed to creating a holistic platform for students to broaden their understanding of the legal field and gain practical insights into various legal disciplines.
DNLU’s 2nd Conclave underscored the importance of bringing students and legal professionals together to foster the next generation of legal minds. The event was a remarkable success in enhancing legal education and providing students with invaluable industry insights.
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