WELS Gabala on Contract Law
ELSA Azerbaijan is excited to announce the 7th edition of the Winter ELSA Law School, which will take place from February 08 - February 15, 2026, in the stunning city of Gabala!
This event offers an incredible opportunity to dive into Contract Law, guided by legal experts from top law firms in Azerbaijan. Throughout the week, you’ll participate in engaging lectures, hands-on workshops, and a Moot Court Simulation which are designed to give you a solid understanding of Contract Law and current issues.
But it’s not just about academics! Gabala is surrounded by the stunning Caucasus Mountains, making it one of the best spots for skiing in the region. Gabala also has a thriving winemaking tradition, giving you the chance to enjoy some local wines! Our Social & Cultural Programme will let you experience the charm of Gabala, with winter activities and opportunities to take in the beautiful scenery.
Get ready for an unforgettable week filled with learning, adventure, and new friendships!
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ELSA Member from a non-favoured country - 375€
Member of a Partner Organisation - 410€
ELSA Alumni - 410€
Non ELSA Member - 420€
Two-way airport transfer - 30€
Tufandagh Mountain Resort: Skiing & Cabelway - 60€
WELS Gabala Sweatshirt - 25€
WELS Gabala Hoodie - 25€
ELSA Azerbaijan thermos - 15€
Turan Legal and Tax Services
BM Morrison Partners
WELS Gabala offers a comprehensive Academic Programme focused on contract law, covering essential principles, international perspectives, and practical applications. The programme features lectures on foundational concepts, including the elements of contracts and international contract law, as well as sessions on electronic contracts and digital signatures, NDAs and data protection clauses in international contracts, continuation of obligations after termination of contracts and the legal implications of non-compete conditions.
Additionally, participants will engage in a case study analysing client interests in contract drafting, participate in a panel discussion on contractual disputes and alternative dispute resolution, and gain hands-on experience through a moot court session, where they will navigate legal proceedings and contract disputes.
Our draft Academic Programme is the following (subject to change):
- Sunday
- None (Arrivals)
- Monday
- Introduction to Contract Law, Elements of Contract
- Deciding on Jurisdiction when Concluding International Contracts and their Interpretation
- Tuesday
- Negotiations before Legal Regulation of Contractual Obligations
- Contract Drafting Case Study: Client Interests
- Electronic Contract and Digital Signatures in Contract Law: Authentication and Legal Validitiy
- Wednesday
- None
- Thursday
- Main Differences Between Confidentiality and Data Protection Clauses in International Contracts and Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
- Continuation of Obligations after Termination of Contracts and their Implications
- Friday
- Importance of Defining the Difference Between the Governing Law of Contracts and Law of Agreement to Arbitrate
- Pannel Discussion – Contractual Disputes and Alternative Dispute Resolutionn
- Saturday
- Moot Court
- Discussion on Results
- Sunday
- None (Departures)