MNLUA’s 3rd National Client Counselling Competition 2025

The Maharashtra National Law University, Aurangabad (MNLUA), proudly announces the 3rd National Client Counselling Competition 2025, scheduled for March 8th and 9th. Organized in honor of Senior Advocate Late Shri P.M. Shah, the event exemplifies MNLUA’s commitment to cultivating exceptional legal professionals.

This national-level competition is a joint effort by MNLUA’s Centre for Alternative Dispute Resolution (CADR) and Centre for International Corporate and Commercial Laws (CICCL). It offers a unique platform for law students to refine critical skills, including client interaction, problem analysis, and crafting innovative solutions to complex legal issues.

What to Expect

The competition will unfold over four dynamic rounds: Preliminary, Quarterfinal, Semifinal, and Final. Participants will navigate diverse legal themes such as Labour Law, Cyber Law, Constitutional Law, Arbitration Law, and more. Teams, composed of two members, will simulate real-world client consultations. This includes analyzing case details, identifying client goals, and providing actionable legal advice.

Judges, drawn from esteemed legal backgrounds, will evaluate participants on teamwork, analytical ability, legal knowledge, and consultation effectiveness. Each round will not only test participants’ technical expertise but also their interpersonal and ethical decision-making skills.

Awards and Opportunities

The competition boasts a range of prestigious rewards. The Best Team will receive a trophy, a cash prize of ₹30,000, and an internship with Atharva Law Chambers (Delhi). The 1st Runners-up will be awarded ₹20,000 and an internship with Spiritus Legal (Indore). The Best Counsel will secure ₹15,000, a certificate, and an online internship with TMT Law Practice.

Additionally, winners in key categories will enjoy a one-year complimentary subscription to EBC Learning, valued at ₹14,500. Beyond prizes, the competition serves as a gateway to networking and mentorship opportunities with top legal professionals.

Participation Details

Law students from three-year and five-year programs across India are eligible to participate. Registration is limited to 40 teams on a first-come, first-served basis, with a fee of ₹7,000 per team (inclusive of accommodation and meals). The event will also feature a mandatory online SCC Online training session on March 8th, ensuring participants are equipped with essential research tools.

Why Attend?

The MNLUA National Client Counselling Competition is more than just a contest. It is a transformative experience, preparing students for real-world legal challenges. From enhancing communication and negotiation skills to fostering professional ethics, the competition empowers participants to thrive in their future legal careers.

Seize this opportunity to showcase your talent, network with peers, and learn from seasoned professionals.

For more details, visit MNLUA’s official website or reach out to the organizing committee via email at [email protected].

Register now and become part of a legacy that celebrates legal acumen and client-centric solutions!


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Act of God – As a General Defences under Tort Law

Introduction

An “Act of God” refers to an extraordinary, natural event that is beyond human control and cannot be anticipated or prevented, such as earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, or other severe weather events. Legally, it is used as a defense in cases where harm or damage occurs due to such events, and the responsible party cannot be held liable because the event was unforeseeable and unavoidable. The defense typically applies when the event occurs unexpectedly and exceeds what could be reasonably anticipated, making it impossible for the defendant to prevent or mitigate the consequences.

For the defense to succeed, the event must meet certain criteria, including being an exceptional natural occurrence, and in some cases, it may require that human actions (such as construction or alterations) did not contribute to or exacerbate the situation. Courts often evaluate whether the event was truly extraordinary and whether the defendant could have taken measures to avoid or reduce the harm.

NICOLAS V. MARSLAND – Extraordinary acts of nature

The defendant constructed some ornamental pools. The region experienced unusually heavy rainfall of a magnitude never experienced before. The pools fled causing damage to the claimant’s property. The court held that the defendant should not be liable for the extraordinary acts of nature (act of god) that could not be anticipated.

GREENOCK CORPORATION V. CALEDONIAN RY. – Criticised and revisited Nicolas

The defendants constructed a pool in the bed of a stream changing the natural course of a stream. Heavy rains led to overflowing of the stream at the pool which damaged the claimants’ property. It was alleged that the stream would not have overflown had the pond not been constructed obstructing and changing the course of the stream.

Held that rain cannot be regarded as an Act of God. It was the duty of the defendants to make the claimants secure against any injury which they would not have been prone to had nature not been interfered with. If the course of nature was tampered, it is difficult to prove Act of God.

SLATER V. WORTHINGTON CASH STORES – Proximity of claimant

Claimant, who was driving along a road, skidded on the ice and was severely injured. She alleged that the injury was due to D’s failure to remove the ice which had accumulated on the roof of D’s shop.

The defence of Act of God was not upheld as the action was reasonably foreseeable and was easily preventable by clearing the snow. It was the shopkeeper’s duty

Conclusion

In conclusion, the “Act of God” defense is a legal concept that allows individuals to avoid liability for harm caused by extraordinary natural events. However, its applicability is not always clear-cut. As seen in Nicolas v. Marsland, where the court accepted the defense for an unprecedented rainfall, it may be upheld when the event is truly unforeseeable and beyond human control. In contrast, cases like Greenock Corporation v. Caledonian Ry. and Slater v. Worthington Cash Stores illustrate that the defense may not apply when human actions have altered natural processes or when the event, though severe, is foreseeable and preventable through reasonable measures. Ultimately, whether the defense is successful depends on the specifics of the case, including the nature of the event and the actions (or inactions) of the parties involved.


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