Mediation in India: What Needs to Change | Kushal Gandhi (CMS London) | ADR Week Exclusive

In this thought-provoking episode from ADR Week in Mumbai, we sit down with Kushal Gandhi, Partner at CMS London (Litigation & Arbitration), for an incisive discussion on the integration of arbitration and mediation from both international and Indian perspectives. Kushal, who also spoke on the panel exploring how arbitration and mediation work as complementary processes, shares rare insights into the practical, psychological, and cultural shifts needed to make mediation mainstream, especially in India. In this episode, Kushal dives into: - The evolving attitude toward mediation in the global dispute resolution space - Why mediation is gaining traction in international jurisdictions like the UK - The cultural and procedural barriers to mediation in India - How legal frameworks and rigid rules may be holding India back - What needs to change to make India a mediation-forward jurisdiction - Why successful mediations rarely make headlines—and that’s a good thing This episode is part of our exclusive ADR Week coverage, where we bring you unfiltered conversations with global experts who are redefining the future of dispute resolution. Whether you're a seasoned arbitration practitioner, a curious law student, or an in-house counsel navigating complex cross-border disputes, this episode is a must-watch for understanding what's next for ADR in India and beyond. Chapters: 0:00 – Welcome & Introduction 0:08 – Meet Kushal Gandhi, CMS London 0:16 – Arbitration & Mediation as Complementary Processes 0:40 – Global Trends in Mediation 1:24 – India’s Slow Yet Steady Movement Toward Mediation 2:04 – Cultural Resistance & Procedural Challenges in India 3:01 – Mediation’s Quiet Success: Why You Don’t Hear About It 4:06 – The Future of ADR in India Connect With The Daily Lawyer: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedailylawyerig/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenna-v-krishnan/?originalSubdomain=in Website: https://thedailylawyer.in/ Email: [email protected] Through The Daily Lawyer podcast, we aim to demystify law and the legal profession by having real, insightful conversations with industry leaders. If you’d like to be a guest, reach out to us today! 📌 Disclaimer: The content of this video is legal information, not legal advice. For personalised guidance, consult a qualified lawyer. #ADRWeek #Arbitration #Mediation #InternationalArbitration #TheDailyLawyer #CMSLondon #DisputeResolution #IndianLaw #LegalPodcast #GlobalADR #LitigationTrends #LawyerLife #InHouseCounsel #AlternativeDisputeResolution