In a legal world increasingly defined by complexity, internationalism, and technological disruption, the demand for capable, ethically grounded, and globally fluent dispute resolvers has never been higher. But expertise in arbitration, mediation, and adjudication isn’t simply taught in textbooks—it’s cultivated through exposure, hands-on experience, and world-class mentorship.
Enter the mentorship program led by Mian Sheraz Javaid, a dual-qualified English barrister and civil engineer who is globally recognized for his expertise in international arbitration, construction law, and dispute resolution.
The Vision Behind the Mentorship
The Mentorship Matters Program is not an internship, nor is it a short-term training. It is a deep immersion into the world of global dispute resolution, guided by one of the few legal professionals who navigates complex cross-border disputes with technical fluency and diplomatic nuance.
For Mian Sheraz Javaid, mentoring is not a side endeavor—it is central to his mission of building a sustainable, ethical, and innovative ADR ecosystem. As the founding chair of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) Pakistan Branch and Chair of PIDW, Sheraz has long believed that “capacity building must precede capacity engagement.”
What Makes This Mentorship Program Elite?
The program stands apart through a blend of high-standard expectations and structured learning mechanisms. Its design mirrors the precision of engineering and the strategic foresight of international law. Here’s what sets it apart:
1. Dual-Sector Exposure
Mentees gain insight not only into the legal architecture of arbitration but also the technical landscape of industries such as construction, infrastructure, and energy—sectors in which Mian Sheraz Javaid holds deep expertise.
2. Real-Time Case Immersion
Participants are embedded into live international disputes, allowing them to witness the anatomy of arbitration cases from intake to enforcement. They contribute to case strategy, legal drafting, and mediational processes, gaining practical skills few programs offer.
3. Cross-Border Legal Fluency
With MSJ actively engaged across jurisdictions including the UK, Pakistan, DIFC, Singapore, and Kazakhstan, mentees learn how to adapt legal arguments to varying legal traditions, procedural rules, and commercial cultures.
4. Thought Leadership Development
The program emphasizes public speaking, research writing, and publication. Mentees co-author articles, assist in lecture preparation, and often accompany MSJ to international panels—such as those at ICC, CIArb, and PIDW.
From Law Students to Global Professionals
Participants range from ambitious law students and young barristers to engineers, MBAs, and international relations graduates interested in alternative dispute resolution. The only requirement is intellectual discipline, curiosity, and a long-term vision.
One of the program’s standout features is its hybrid model—combining online collaboration with strategic in-person engagements. With the MSJ ecosystem integrating AI tools, legal databases, and dispute resolution dashboards, mentees also get hands-on experience with the latest legal-tech infrastructure.
Alumni Impact and Global Reach
Graduates of MSJ’s mentorship program have gone on to clerk for international arbitral institutions, join top-tier law firms, and even initiate their own ADR start-ups. Some are now trainers with CIArb or advisors to infrastructure projects across South Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.
As Mian Sheraz Javaid emphasizes, “This program is not about creating employees—it’s about building leaders who understand that dispute resolution is a service, a science, and a stewardship.”