About School of law

The foundation stone of the School of Law, ITM University Gwalior was laid with a vision to establish a premier institution to impart world-class legal education and produce skilled legal practitioners, jurists, academicians, and responsible citizenry. Founded with a clear vision to create not just lawyers, but future leaders, thinkers, and responsible citizens, the School of Law is recognized by the UGC and approved by the Bar Council of India. School of Law, ITM University aspires to be recognized as a premier center of excellence in law. The school seeks to emphasize the integration of entrepreneurial initiatives and creative programs in the curricular activity, beyond the traditional academic orientation to develop within each of its students a livelier and more genuine outlook toward their life and career.

Legal education plays a crucial role in nation-building by facilitating the peaceful settlement of disputes through established legal procedures. The School of Law is committed to providing practical, hands-on legal education, emphasizing research, innovative teaching methods, and values-based learning. The School boasts a rich library having treatises by renowned authorities, up-to-date case reports, and access to the latest online legal search engines, offering a vast learning experience. We organize regular court visits, Legal Aid cum Literacy Camps, Moot Court Activities, Mock Trials, Court Room Exercises, and guest lectures by dignitaries. These activities aim to familiarize students with the justice delivery process, helping them perceive legal education as justice education. Additionally, we prioritize technological proficiency in justice deliver.

Vision

School of Law of ITM University inspires and brings out the best in students and nurture them for a passionate legal career. We work for bringing the legal professionals with knowledge, skills and a commitment towards justice and welfare of the society.

Mission

ITM School of Law fulfills the commitment towards meeting the requirements of legal education for which it explores the talented legal minds and teach them to effectively handle the contemporary challenges.

  • Focus on skills based Legal Education to ensure students’ industry readiness
  • Emphasis on Outcome based Legal Education
  • Credit based internships
  • Endeavour in improving students’ communication skills [Written and Oral]
  • Developing critical analytical and legal reasoning skills
  • Student Centric approach to Education
  • Regular workshops for training in contemporary areas
  • Inculcating research skills
  • Experiential learning through legal aid, legal awareness, documentation, socio-legal researches and internships
  • Ensuring command on substantial and procedural laws
  • Innovative teaching pedagogies
  • Professional training for Moot Courts and Mock trials
  • National Moot Court Competition, Intra-moot court, Conferences, Debates, Quizzes, workshops, Symposiums, Expert Lectures are arranged for enhanced learning
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Message from Dean, School of law

Director Management
Dr. Shobha Bhardwaj

Dean, School of law

Welcome to the School of Law. We believe that studying law is not just about learning statutes—it’s about learning how to think clearly, communicate effectively, and bring positive change to society. Here, you will find a nurturing environment where academic excellence meets practical exposure. From courtroom practice to policy-making, our programs are designed to prepare you for every aspect of a legal career. Our experienced faculty—many from top institutions including National Law Universities—guide and mentor students with a focus on research, innovation, and real-world skills. As an educator, I take great pride in the vibrant and inclusive learning culture we have fostered. I am confident that your time at ITM School of Law

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LEGAL AID CLINIC-SCHOOL OF LAW

ITM University, Gwalior

About the Legal Aid Clinic

The Legal Aid Clinic at the School of Law, ITM University, Gwalior, is established with the objective of promoting access to justice and providing free legal assistance to the underprivileged sections of society. The Clinic operates in alignment with the constitutional mandate of ensuring justice—social, economic, and political—and aims to inculcate a sense of social responsibility among law students.

The Clinic functions under the guidance of faculty members and legal experts, enabling students to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical legal application.

Objectives
  • To provide free legal aid and assistance to marginalized communities
  • To promote legal awareness and literacy among the public
  • To develop practical legal skills among law students
  • To encourage pro bono culture and ethical legal practice
  • To support alternative dispute resolution mechanisms
Key Activities

1. Legal Awareness Programmes

  • Conducting seminars, workshops, and awareness drives on legal rights
  • Educating citizens on topics such as women’s rights, consumer protection, and cyber laws

2. Institutional Visits

  • Lok Adalat Visits – Exposure to alternative dispute resolution mechanisms
  • Prison Visits – Understanding prison administration and inmate rights
  • Court Visits – Observing judicial proceedings

3. Legal Aid & Counselling

  • Providing basic legal advice under faculty supervision
  • Assisting in drafting applications and legal documents

4. Collaboration & Outreach

  • Working with Legal Services Authorities
  • Participation in National Lok Adalats
  • Community engagement programs in rural and urban areas
Student Involvement
  • Participate in real-life legal aid activities
  • Develop advocacy, drafting, and client counselling skills
  • Engage in fieldwork and socio-legal research
  • Contribute to nation-building through legal service

Participation is coordinated through the Legal Aid Club of the School of Law.

Recent Initiatives
  • Educational Visit to National Lok Adalat
  • Organized Prison Visit Programme for experiential learning
  • Conducted Legal Awareness Campaigns in local communities
  • Workshops on Fundamental Rights and Duties
Faculty Coordination
  • Faculty Convenor: Prof. Shobha Bharadwaj
  • Faculty Coordinator: Mr. Kaushal Sharma
  • Support from law faculty and external legal professionals
Vision

To create socially responsible legal professionals committed to justice, equality, and service to society.

Mission

To strengthen legal aid mechanisms through education, outreach, and student participation while ensuring access to justice for all.

Excellence in Advocacy | Research | Courtroom Training

The Moot Court culture at the School of Law is designed to provide students with immersive practical legal training through simulated court proceedings, advocacy exercises, legal drafting, and national-level competitive exposure. The Moot Court Committee serves as a dynamic academic platform that nurtures analytical thinking, persuasive advocacy, professional ethics, and courtroom confidence among aspiring legal professionals.

With a strong emphasis on experiential learning, students are trained in memorial drafting, legal research, oral advocacy, rebuttal techniques, courtroom etiquette, and strategic legal reasoning. Through semester-wise intra moot court competitions and participation in prestigious national moot court competitions, the institution continuously fosters a culture of legal excellence and advocacy.

Arun Jaitley Moot Court Competition
The Flagship Moot Court Competition of the University

The Arun Jaitley Moot Court Competition is the flagship annual moot court competition organized by the School of Law. The competition commemorates the legacy of Shri Arun Jaitley, an eminent jurist, parliamentarian, and distinguished advocate whose contributions to law, governance, and public life continue to inspire generations of legal professionals.

Over the years, the competition has emerged as a prestigious national platform attracting participation from leading law schools and National Law Universities (NLUs) across the country. The competition brings together some of the brightest law students to engage in high-quality legal discourse and advocacy on contemporary legal issues of national and international relevance.

Highlights of the Competition
  • Participation from reputed Universities and National Law Universities (NLUs)
  • National-level competitive advocacy platform
  • Contemporary and challenging moot propositions
  • Memorial drafting and oral advocacy rounds
  • Judging by sitting and former judges, senior advocates, academicians, and legal experts
  • Preliminary, Quarter-Final, Semi-Final, and Final Rounds
  • Networking opportunities with legal professionals and scholars
  • Cash prizes, trophies, merit awards, and certificates
Competition Structure
Memorial Rounds

Teams submit memorials for both sides of the proposition, evaluated on:

  • Depth of Legal Research
  • Interpretation of Law
  • Use of Authorities
  • Originality and Analysis
  • Citation and Formatting Standards
Oral Advocacy Rounds

Participants argue before a simulated constitutional/appellate bench and are assessed on:

  • Knowledge and Application of Law
  • Courtroom Advocacy Skills
  • Responsiveness to Judicial Questions
  • Persuasiveness and Clarity
  • Professionalism and Court Etiquette
Awards & Recognitions

The competition recognizes excellence through:

  • Winner & Runner-Up Trophies
  • Best Memorial Award
  • Best Speaker Award
  • Best Researcher Award
  • Certificates of Participation and Merit
Academic & Professional Impact

The Arun Jaitley National Moot Court Competition provides students with:

  • Exposure to national-level advocacy standards
  • Practical understanding of litigation and court procedures
  • Opportunities to interact with judges, advocates, and academicians
  • Enhanced legal research, drafting, and argumentation skills
  • Professional networking opportunities

The competition reflects the institution’s commitment to advancing advocacy-based legal education and creating future-ready legal professionals.

Intra Moot Court Competitions
Advocacy Training in Every Semester

To ensure continuous practical exposure and systematic advocacy training, the School of Law conducts Intra Moot Court Competitions in every semester. These competitions are designed to progressively develop students’ legal research, drafting, analytical reasoning, and oral advocacy skills throughout their academic journey.

The semester-wise moot court structure enables students to consistently engage with practical legal problems and courtroom simulations, thereby strengthening their confidence and professional competence.

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Objectives of Semester-wise Moot Courts
  • To provide continuous advocacy training
  • To enhance legal drafting and memorial preparation skills
  • To improve oral argumentation and courtroom etiquette
  • To develop analytical and critical thinking abilities
  • To prepare students for national and international moot court competitions
  • To bridge theoretical learning with practical legal application
Key Features
  • Conducted in every semester for law students
  • Participation across different batches and programmes
  • Contemporary and practical legal propositions
  • Structured memorial submission and oral rounds
  • Evaluation by faculty members, advocates, and legal experts
  • Interactive feedback and performance assessment
  • Awards for Best Speaker, Best Memorial, and Best Researcher
Competition Format
Memorial Drafting

Students prepare written submissions for both petitioner/appellant and respondent sides focusing on:

  • Legal Research
  • Application of Law
  • Citation Standards
  • Drafting Quality
  • Analytical Interpretation
Oral Advocacy

Teams present arguments before a simulated bench and are evaluated on:

  • Advocacy Skills
  • Legal Knowledge
  • Courtroom Presentation
  • Response to Judicial Queries
  • Persuasiveness and Professionalism
Learning Outcomes

Through continuous semester-wise moot court participation, students develop:

  • Strong Legal Research Aptitude
  • Memorial Drafting Proficiency
  • Effective Oral Advocacy Skills
  • Courtroom Confidence
  • Team Coordination and Strategic Thinking
  • Practical Understanding of Litigation Procedures

The Intra Moot Court Competitions serve as a strong foundation for students aspiring to excel in litigation, judiciary, arbitration, corporate practice, and competitive moot court platforms.

National Moot Court Participation
Representing the University at Prestigious Platforms

The University actively encourages students to participate in reputed National Moot Court Competitions conducted by leading law schools, National Law Universities, judicial academies, and legal institutions across India.

Students are provided comprehensive institutional support to ensure quality participation and advocacy excellence.

Institutional Support Includes
  • Faculty Mentorship
  • Research and Memorial Guidance
  • Practice Moot Sessions
  • Oral Advocacy Training
  • Access to Legal Databases
  • Professional Skill Development Workshops
  • Logistical and Academic Assistance
Areas of Participation

Students regularly participate in competitions relating to:

  • Constitutional Law
  • Criminal Law
  • Corporate and Commercial Law
  • Arbitration Law
  • Intellectual Property Rights
  • Human Rights Law
  • International Law
  • Environmental Law
  • Cyber Law
  • Competition Law

Participation in national moot court competitions equips students with practical exposure, professional confidence, and advanced advocacy skills essential for careers in litigation, judiciary, corporate law, academia, and public policy

Moot Court Training & Capacity Building

To strengthen advocacy and professional competencies, the Moot Court Committee regularly conducts:

  • Mooting and Advocacy Workshops
  • Memorial Drafting Sessions
  • Citation and Research Training
  • Judgment Analysis Sessions
  • Guest Lectures by Senior Advocates and Judges
  • Courtroom Etiquette Training
  • Client Counselling and Trial Advocacy Exercises

These initiatives ensure continuous skill enhancement and holistic professional development.

Moot Court Infrastructure

The School of Law provides a dedicated Moot Court Hall designed to replicate real courtroom proceedings and facilitate practical legal training.

Facilities Include:
  • State-of-the-Art Moot Court Hall
  • Audio-Visual Courtroom Setup
  • Legal Research Support
  • Digital Legal Database Access
  • Faculty Mentorship and Practice Sessions
Building Future Advocates

The Moot Court ecosystem at the School of Law reflects the institution’s commitment to academic excellence, experiential learning, and professional legal training. Through rigorous advocacy programmes, national-level competitions, and continuous mentorship, students are empowered to become confident, ethical, and future-ready legal professionals capable of excelling in diverse legal careers.

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