- In an era of rapid technological change and globalisation, patents, trademarks, copyrights and designs are among a company’s most valuable assets—yet they are also highly exposed to risk from infringement, counterfeit goods, and weak documentation.
- A robust IP strategy is not just registration—it involves portfolio planning, clearance and freedom-to-operate reviews, licensing, monetisation and enforcement across jurisdictions.
- Effective brand protection and IP litigation require a combination of technical insight, procedural agility and commercial awareness.
At Aretha Legal, our IPR practice covers the full lifecycle of intellectual property—creation, protection, management, enforcement and dispute resolution. Whether you are a start-up seeking to file your first patent, an established brand expanding globally, or a corporate navigating IP litigation, we provide tailor-made legal strategies aligned with your business goals.
From conducting clearance and due-diligence searches, drafting and prosecuting applications under Indian statutes (Patents Act, 1970; Trade Marks Act, 1999; Copyright Act, 1957; Designs Act, 2000) to guiding licensing, M&A-related IP transfers, and enforcing rights in India and abroad – our approach integrates rigour with commercial readiness. We build IP programmes that add strategic value, not just defensive cover.
OUR Expertise
- Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights & Designs
Comprehensive filing, prosecution and portfolio management for varied classes of IP; clearance searches and freedom-to-operate assessments; international filings under PCT/Madrid and national phase coordination. - IP Strategy, Prosecution & Enforcement
Drafting and implementing IP policies; management of global and domestic registration pipelines; watch-services and anti-infringement monitoring; enforcement actions including raids, border seizures and anti-counterfeiting initiatives. - Brand Protection & Management
Trademark selection and branding advice, portfolio audits, licensing and assignment structuring, consumer-facing compliance, advertising and domain name management, brand enlargement and defending goodwill. - IP Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Enforcement of registered rights and remedies, infringement and passing off suits before Indian courts, cancellation and oppositions, cross-border disputes under the New York Convention/international arbitration, resolution of IP-related contractual and commercial disputes.