Anand and Anand Legal Firm

The company makes history with India`s first anti-anti-suit in InterDigital Corp & Ors vs Xiaomi Corp & Ors. Diversity has been the cornerstone of Anand and Anand since their founding in the 1920s. We have one of the most diverse gene pools, made up of professionals with different talents, backgrounds, experiences and cultures. Although diversity is accompanied by different personalities, the company promotes fraternity, which allows us to think innovatively and better serve our customers. Law books are full of historical cases handled by Anand and Anand. The company was at the forefront of the game by going beyond what was done. Recent highlights include: Anand and Anand is considered one of the top Tier 1 law firms in Asia and is recognized nationally and internationally for its expertise, credibility, and unparalleled innovative and creative solutions. The company draws its strength from its vision, which has evolved from «360 degrees IP» to expand in new directions, some of which are intellectual property, while others are simply related to intellectual property. The firm`s Caribbean practice recently partnered with a Mumbai-based firm to serve emerging areas such as education technology, health technology, etc.

Anand and manages copyright, trademark and patent protection projects, licensing, application and marketing for a wide range of major national and international clients, from major luxury brands, pharmaceuticals to technology groups, from consumer goods manufacturers to policy makers and from the arts to entertainment, The company represents the world`s best-known brand owners, leading industries and exceptional personalities who have a wealth of experience in protecting their intellectual property. The Anand & Anand full-service IP services package, unanimously recognized by colleagues and clients as «a world-class company» that «rightly comes first,» continues to dominate the ranking in litigation and law enforcement. With nearly 100 years of experience, 30 dedicated patent professionals and frequent involvement in high-profile cases, the whole thing is a magnet for familiar names. The company has recently established a multidisciplinary practice based in Mumbai, Anand and Naik, in collaboration with Naik Naik & Co. to focus on commercial law and cutting-edge technologies such as fintech, agritech, tealthtech. The tech-savvy team uses a number of sophisticated online tools, such as an in-house developed patent application automation module or an AI-powered application, which significantly reduces filing time. The brain behind such innovations, managing partner and advocate of the crème de la crème de la récolte, Pravin Anand, is a living legend. He recently represented InterDigital against Xiaomi in a complex infringement case involving SEP; Eli Lilly on enforcement initiatives regarding a Covid-19-related drug; and AstraZeneca v.

generic manufacturers before the Delhi Supreme Court. For another ally experienced in contentious cases, one should look no further than Dhruv Anand, who regularly represents patrons before the Delhi Supreme Court. He is also an accomplished executor who has protected the intellectual property rights of major pharmaceutical companies such as Merck and Bayer. Anand`s litigator, Vaishali Mittal, has made a name for herself as one of the country`s outstanding experts for SEP. Archana Shanker, Director of Patents, impresses clients with her concise and simple advice and her continued success in obtaining intellectual property protection, even in the most complex cases. «Archana has a holistic view of how INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY issues are handled.» A former researcher and Doctor of Applied Science, Neeti Wilson is one of the country`s leading experts on biodiversity regulation. She leads the company`s Bioresources and Biotechnology group. «Neeti Wilson is meticulous and proactive when it comes to obtaining accelerated patents.» The company is strongly committed to recruiting, mentoring and promoting professionals from diverse backgrounds. Our idea of the distribution of meaningful opportunities and leadership roles overcomes all barriers of caste, creed, gender, region or religion and all other prejudices and stereotypes. Our wealth of knowledge is full of cases where the IPR company marries with social damage to help the disadvantaged or the suffering – be it humans, animals or the environment. Anand and Anand is a full-service intellectual property law firm established in 1923 with offices in New Delhi, Noida, Chennai and Mumbai. Anand and is a professionally managed law firm that is regularly used by its clients for thoughtful and reliable IP solutions.

The firm balances commercial realities with legal pragmatism. Anand and manages copyright, trademark and patent protection, licensing, enforcement and marketing projects for a wide range of clients, from major industries to brand owners in domestic and global markets, earning him a proud position among Tier 1 law firms. The firm`s litigation arm deals with infringements, disclosure and infringement litigation, domain name enforcement and trademark dilution, and has decades of experience in dispute resolution. In aktiebolaget Volvo vs Vineet Kumar, the first civil lawsuit filed during the lockdown, the fees paid by the defendant were used to treat a COVID-19 patient. Another senior partner led the company in jointly setting up a COVID relief fund for artisans. We do not hesitate to go beyond intellectual property when it comes to serving humanity. One of our litigation partners recently obtained free medical assistance for children with rare genetic diseases after a five-year pro bono litigation. 6. Chambers and Partners – Volume 1 Law Firm (IP and Life Sciences) Through its innovative foresight in the development of IP competence, the firm has not only protected its clients` intellectual property, but has also demystified complex legal issues and filled various legal gaps faced by innovators.

Our Services: As a full-service IP firm, Anand and Anand offers comprehensive IP solutions with strength in developing new laws and accurately managing grey areas. The firm provides a comprehensive intellectual property service that includes protection, enforcement, advice, licensing and litigation for patents, designs, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, domain names, geographical indications and more. With lawsuits that have changed the intellectual property landscape in India, the firm`s litigation arm has decades of unparalleled experience in dispute resolution. It has maintained a patent grant rate of over 93%. The brand team has recently registered more than 1800 successful trademark contradictions. Members of the firm – from partners to senior partners to managing partners – are deeply committed to raising awareness of intellectual property in various segments of society – from students and students to law enforcement agencies, the judiciary and educational institutions. All these commitments are pro bono. Over the past 12 months, the company has participated in more than 100 virtual events to raise awareness about intellectual property in the age of COVID. This is in addition to the fact that the company is always open to training young IP enthusiasts through physical and virtual internships.

360 Degrees IP & Beyond: The company draws its strength from its vision, which has evolved over the years from «360 Degrees IP» to expand in new directions, some of which correspond to intellectual property, while others are simply related to intellectual property. Today, with our vision of «360 Degrees IP & Beyond», we see the envelope when it comes to changes in substantive and procedural law that have changed the Indian IP scene. The firm`s litigation arm deals with infringements, disclosure and infringement litigation, domain name enforcement and trademark dilution, and has decades of experience in dispute resolution. To put it objectively, I would give a three-point piece of advice to any young person who wants to enter the legal profession: the firm is also unique in terms of the number of women in management and leadership positions, which is 52 compared to 57 men, while women in management positions outperform their male counterparts. The company is professionally managed by a partnership body consisting of 28 partners supported by a management team consisting of CEOs, CFOs and CIOs. It currently employs 400 professionals, including more than 100 qualified lawyers/engineers, paralegals and researchers. Areas of activity: The main areas of activity of the firm, which is committed to 360-degree intellectual property and beyond, include: patents and designs, litigation and dispute resolution, trademarks, copyrights, plant varieties and biodiversity, media and entertainment, advertising and product liability, packaging and labelling, art law, fashion law, essentiality assessment, franchising, sports law, branding, geographical indications, competition law, contract and commercial intellectual property, trade secrets, licenses, customs and economic and intellectual property crimes. Anand and Anand have a proven track record of granting patents, including defending invalidity challenges before the Indian Patent Office and the Intellectual Property Appeal Board.