Well-versed in a range of industries from film and TV to sport and fashion, DSK Legal, a team that is praised for its ‘meticulous attention to detail, clear communication, and proactive problem-solving abilities’, has a strong grounding in tech and IT transactions, data governance, digital business and tech dispute resolution, among other issues. Six team members lead the group: seasoned practitioner Anand Desai, who excels in media law mandates, Chandrima Mitra, who operates for a stellar roster of film clients, and Rishi Anand, who handles the full gamut of commercial issues for tech businesses. Alongside them, Siddharth Suresh, who is well-positioned to assist with an array of agreements. Nakul Batra, who capitalises on his background as a computer science engineer and software developer to advise on technical mandates, and experienced litigator Parag Khandhar round out the group’s leadership.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The media team at DSK is hardworking and knowledgeable. The firm’s vast depth across other practices makes it a seamless interaction for all kinds of matters that may have an overlap with other areas of practice.’
‘Chandrima Mitra’s experience in both legal and business aspects of the media and entertainment industry make her unique and it makes her adept at understanding matters and finding solutions for clients. As she represents a majority of the big clients in the industry, she is well acquainted with the latest practices and structures in the sector.’
‘DSK Legal has been an invaluable advisor, demonstrating exceptional professionalism and diligence in their work, which greatly facilitated our decision-making process. Their expertise in due diligence and comprehensive red flag key issues is noteworthy.
‘The team was exceptionally professional and resourceful. They understood our needs seamlessly, allowing us to convey our requirements fully and receive the desired outcomes.'
'Their meticulous attention to detail, clear communication, and proactive problem-solving abilities set them apart from competitors.'
'We particularly valued their deep understanding of our needs, transparency throughout the process, and commitment to delivering high-quality legal solutions.’
‘The people are too good and very efficient in every field.’
‘Polite and logical.’
Key clients
- City Football Group and Mumbai City Football Company
- Gartner India Research & Advisory Services Private Limited
- Neuberger Berman Group LLC
- Qyou Media
- US Technology International Private Limited
- Salman Khan Ventures Private Limited
- Red Chillies Entertainments Private Limited
- Film and Television Producers Guild of India (PGI)
- Tiger Baby Digital LLP
- Unilazer Ventures Private Limited (RSVP Movies)
Work highlights
Aadvised and assisted Mumbai City FC and the CFG in reviewing and revising the intra-group data transfer agreement (IGDTA) entered into between the different football clubs under CFG in furtherance to the mandatory legal requirements under the EU laws, from an Indian data protection and privacy law perspective.
Conducted a legal audit of Gartner India Research & Advisory Services Private Limited in relation to their present and upcoming compliances with Information Technology Act, 2000 and the rules thereunder, Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, and the CERT-In Directions.
Advised and assisted Neuberger Berman in reviewing and revising their internal intra-group data transfer policy and privacy policy governing the different Neuberger Berman entities in furtherance to the mandatory legal requirements under the EU laws, from an Indian data protection and privacy law perspective.
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Practice head
Anand Desai; Chandrima Mitra; Rishi Anand; Siddharth Suresh; Nakul Batra; Parag Khandhar
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