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2026 Competitions · Intermediate

Mistry Fallahi
Cup

 
Applications now open

An internal commercial mediation competition, launching in 2026 — proudly sponsored by Mistry Fallahi, in collaboration with the WSU School of Law.

Competition
17–22 Aug 2026
Level
Open to all students
Launching
Inaugural
2026
 
Mistry Fallahi Cup

A WSLSA commercial mediation competition

About the Competition

The Mistry Fallahi Cup is a new internal WSLSA competition in commercial mediation, launching in 2026.

Competitors work a mediation problem in paired roles as client and counsel, before a mediator, with an assessing panel providing feedback.

The Cup is proudly sponsored by Mistry Fallahi, in collaboration with the WSU School of Law.

Our Sponsor

In partnership with Mistry Fallahi

Mistry Fallahi Lawyers & Business Advisors is a commercial and corporate law firm advising entrepreneurs, investors and businesses across corporate and commercial law, mergers and acquisitions, and litigation and disputes.

With offices in Sydney, Penrith and Melbourne, the firm brings a practical, commercially-minded approach to dispute resolution. We are grateful for their support of the next generation of advocates.

Visit mistryfallahi.com.au
Proudly sponsoring the Cup
At a Glance

Key details

An internal, in-person competition held on campus in August. Applications are now open.

Competition
17–22 August 2026
Format
Internal, in person
Venue
Parramatta South Campus
Eligibility
Open to all students
Roles
Paired — client and counsel
Applications
Now open
In collaboration with
WSU School of Law
Skills developed
Negotiation Mediation advocacy Interest-based problem-solving Client communication Teamwork
How It Works

Inside the Cup

A relaxed, collegiate introduction to mediation advocacy, giving students the chance to practise in a supported setting.

Students compete in paired roles as client and counsel.
A mediation problem is worked before a mediator.
An assessing panel provides constructive feedback.
The Mistry Fallahi Cup is an independent internal competition, offering a unique opportunity to build commercial and negotiation skills specifically within the WSLSA framework.
Get Involved

Applications are now open

The inaugural Mistry Fallahi Cup launches in 2026. Applications are now open — apply today at competitions@wslsa.com.au to secure your place.