Call for Papers | 9th CARTAL Conference on International Arbitration by National Law University, Jodhpur: Submit by Nov 25

About the Institution

National Law University, Jodhpur [“NLUJ”] is one of India’s premier law schools established under the National Law University, Jodhpur Act, 1999 legislated by the State Government of Rajasthan. Nestled in the culturally vibrant city of Jodhpur, the Blue City, NLUJ is committed to the advancement of knowledge and learning, in furtherance of its vision to become a centre for excellence in legal studies.

About CARTAL

CARTAL was established by National Law University, Jodhpur to advance research and scholarship in the specialized legal domain of arbitration law. The Centre aims to equip students with both theoretical and practical knowledge of arbitration by creating a platform where academicians, professionals, and students can engage in discussions on contemporary arbitration law issues. In furtherance of its mandate, the Centre organizes workshops, conferences, and guest lectures that enhance the understanding of these topics. Additionally, the Centre publishes the Indian Journal of Arbitration Law [“IJAL”] bi-annually.

About IJAL

IJAL is a bi-annual, open-access and double-blind peer reviewed publication, recognised widely as a prominent source of literature on dispute resolution, with a focus on transnational debates as regards to international commercial arbitration and investment treaty arbitration. The Journal has successfully published twelve volumes, regularly hosting contributions from globally renowned experts, and is indexed on HeinOnline, Kluwer Arbitration, Westlaw as well as SCC Online.

About the Conference

The 9^th CARTAL Conference on International Arbitration, 2025 organised by the Centre for Advanced Research and Training in Arbitration Law [“CARTAL”] is being conducted in a paper presentation and panel discussion format in collaboration with Jus Mundi and Kluwer Arbitration as our knowledge partners.

Eligibility for the Paper Presentation

CARTAL invites academicians, research scholars, practitioners, and students of law pursuing their LL.B. (Hons.)/LL.B./LL.M. from any recognized university to submit their entries on any of the following themes.

Themes

Individuals desiring to participate in the paper presentation are encouraged to bring a diverse perspective to the subject matter, while also considering a wide range of issues related to arbitration. The submissions should be contemporary and relevant, showcasing in-depth research and excellent scholarly standards. The themes for this year’s conference are as follows:

Revolutionizing Arbitration with Emerging Technologies
Institutional Arbitration: Navigating Legal Frameworks and Enhancing Procedural Efficiency

The following sub-themes may be discussed under the above-mentioned general head:

AI in Arbitration: Leveraging artificial intelligence for faster and more accurate decision-making.
Blockchain for Arbitration: Ensuring transparency and security in arbitration processes using blockchain technology.
Virtual Hearings and E-Arbitration: The rise of remote arbitration proceedings and its impact on access to justice.
Data Analytics in Arbitration: Using big data to improve case management and predict arbitration outcomes.
Cybersecurity in Arbitration: Protecting sensitive data in tech-enabled arbitration processes.
Regulatory Challenges for Tech-Enabled Arbitration: Navigating the legal frameworks and standards for tech-driven arbitration.
Role of Institutional Support in Complex Arbitrations: How institutions handle multi-party or multi-contract cases.
Standardization of Arbitration Rules: Impact of unified procedural guidelines on global arbitration efficiency.
Innovations in Case Management: Technology and tools to streamline procedural efficiency in institutional arbitration.
Jurisdictional Challenges in Institutional Arbitration: Navigating cross-border legal frameworks and harmonizing international standards.
Appointment of Arbitrators: How institutions ensure neutrality and expertise in arbitrator selection.
Balancing Costs and Efficiency: Institutional strategies for controlling arbitration costs while maintaining procedural effectiveness.
Confidentiality v. Transparency in Institutional Arbitration: Addressing the tension between privacy and public accountability.

Please note that the list of sub-themes is only indicative in nature, participants are welcome to write on other sub-themes provided they fit within the broader theme.

Submission Guidelines

CARTAL seeks submission under the following category:
Long articles – 7000 – 10,000 words*

* The word limit is exclusive of abstract and footnotes.

The manuscript must be original and previously unpublished work.
Co-authorship of a maximum of two authors is allowed.
The manuscript must contain a short title and an abstract of not more than 300 words.
The manuscript must be in conformity with the Bluebook: A Uniform System of Citation (21st edition).
The manuscript must not contain any mention of or reference to the author’s name, affiliation or credentials.
The acceptable limit for plagiarism is 10%, and that for AI usage is 20%. Manuscripts with plagiarism and/or AI usage exceeding these thresholds will be outrightly rejected.
The manuscript should be on A4-sized paper, in Garamond, font size 12, 1.5 line spacing, justified and 1 inch margin on each side. Footnotes should be in Garamond, font size 10, and with single line spacing.
The manuscript must be contained in a Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx) document.

Submission Procedure

All submissions must be completed by filling out our abstract submission form, available here.

Important Dates

Deadline for Submission of Abstracts: November 25, 2024
Notification of Acceptance of Abstracts: December 7, 2024
Deadline for Submission of Final Manuscripts: February 9, 2025
Notification of Selected Manuscripts: February 28, 2025
Closing date of registration: March 7, 2025

For the Selection Procedure, refer to our brochure here.

Awards

Winner(s)
- Cash prize
- Internship opportunitiesCertificate(s) of merit
- 3 months of access to the premium paid version of Jus Mundi
Top 6 Entries:
- The submitted manuscript may be considered for publication in the upcoming special volume of IJAL (Vol. XIII, Issue 2) and may also be considered for publication in a book subject to the review process carried out by the editorial board
- Certificate of merit

Additionally, all participating teams can request up to 3 days of trial access to Jus Mundi.