One of the preeminent law firms in India for TMT, Trilegal is regularly turned to by global technology companies, telecom operators, digital service providers and investors seeking advice on the full range of TMT matters. Its broad service offering covers contractual, licensing, compliance, regulatory and policy matters. The group is collectively led by Bengaluru-based partners: Rahul Matthan, whose practice encompasses AI, cryptocurrencies, digital finance, e-commerce and tech transactions; Nikhil Narendran, who regularly advises tech and telecom companies on regulatory issues; Jyotsna Jayaram, who focuses on privacy, content liability, gaming, advertising, AI, media and telecoms matters; Jaideep Reddy, who specialises in disruptive technologies; and Jishnu Sanyal, who was promoted to partner in May 2025 and advises commercial contracting, regulatory and policy issues and corporate matters.
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Testimonials
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‘Firm delivers strong regulatory counsel, overall fintech strategy, which makes it one of the best.’
- 'Trilegal has all the skills required to advise and execute. They have the right people, connections and resources.'
- 'Jaideep Reddy is an expert in crypto; we have received business friendly advice which is risk-averse in an unregulated space.'
- 'Trilegal's expertise in the tech space combined their sound understanding of business issues and getting to the crux of what the client needs is outstanding. I have worked with many firms in the past but the people and expertise at Trilegal are truly special.'
- 'Nikhil Narendran is an absolute standout individual whose keen sense of pragmatism combined with legal acumen make him invaluable for tech companies! His ability to cut through the clutter and focus on what is important makes the entire firm a delight to work with. His professionalism, aptitude and ability to work with complex issues permeates to his fantastic team as well.'
Key clients
- Editors Guild of India
- Times Innovative Media Limited
- Wikimedia Foundation, Inc.
- Blink Digital Private Limited
- SES S.A.
- The Wikimedia Foundation, Inc.
- Equifax Credit Information Services Private Limited
- Binance
- Answer Eleven Pte Limited (Liminal)
Work highlights
Represented the Wikimedia Foundation (WMF), operator of Wikipedia, in landmark defamation proceedings before the Delhi High Court and the Supreme Court of India.
Representing Equifax, a leading credit information company (CIC), in ongoing proceedings before the Supreme Court of India.
Advised and assisted SES S.A. in obtaining regulatory approvals for its joint venture entity to provide space-based services in India.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Nikhil Narendran
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Jyotsna Jayaram
Jaideep Reddy
Practice head
Rahul Matthan; Nikhil Narendran; Jyotsna Jayaram; Jaideep Reddy; Jishnu Sanyal
Other key lawyers
Karishma Sundara; Thomas J Vallianeth