The ‘knowledgeable, nimble, and highly responsive’ IP group at Bharucha & Partners works across the entertainment and media, life sciences, and luxury goods industries. The practice is well-equipped to advise on patents, copyright, trade secrets, and trademarks, and regularly handles regulatory matters. Other strengths include IP prosecution, enforcement, and the management of rights. Kaushik Moitra leads the team and handles IP portfolio management, domain name disputes, and tech-related documentation. Karnika Vallabh focuses on IP litigation.
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Testimonials
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- 'The intellectual property and rights practice at Barucha & Partners is distinctive for its deep expertise in managing the complex legal needs of healthcare organizations.'
- 'The team at Barucha & Partners truly stands out. They work tirelessly around the clock, always available to us with the same enthusiasm and commitment they extend to any for-profit client. What sets them apart is their meticulous approach to every legal recommendation.'
- 'The team is proactive, receptive and open to suggestions, and focuses on getting the job done in an efficient manner.'
- 'Kaushik Moitra takes initiative and is always available to help. He has a great team, including Karnika Vallabh, who work towards solving the client's problems effectively.'
- 'Karnika and Kaushik are patient and extremely reliable.'
- 'The legal team boasts extensive exposure and profound subject knowledge, ensuring they are well-versed in the intricacies of the law. Their familiarity with court procedures is unparalleled, allowing them to navigate the legal system with ease and precision. Moreover, they are highly approachable, fostering an environment where clients feel comfortable and supported.'
- 'We are highly satisfied with the exceptional services provided by Kaushik Moitra and his team at Bharucha & Partners. Kaushik’s profound expertise and deep understanding of the legal landscape have been invaluable to us. His approachability and solution-oriented mindset ensured that our needs were met with precision and care.'
- 'This team is knowledgeable, nimble and highly responsive. They explain the matters with clarity and are always available to address and solve issues.'
Key clients
- A.R. Rahman
- Black Ticket Films
- New Delhi Television Limited
- Minnow Films Limited
- Netprophets Cyberworks Private Limited
- Alt Digital Media Entertainment Limited
- Culver Max Entertainment Private Limited
- Eleeanora Pictures
- Kahaaniwaaley Media and Entertainment Ventures Private Limited
- WeWork India Management Private Limited
Work highlights
Reviewed the documentary film ‘To Kill a Tiger’ to evaluate potential risks at Indian law, pertaining to IP licensing and privacy compliance.
Assisted New Delhi Television Limited with the drafting of the channel placement agreement due to be executed with Multi Systems Operators, to ensure protection of the client’s IP rights.
Advising and representing A.R. Rahman in a suit filed against him at the Delhi High Court, for alleged copyright infringement in musical works.
Lawyers
Practice head
Kaushik Moitra
Other key lawyers
Karnika Vallabh