With a practice that spans data privacy, M&A, regulatory issues and licensing among its core streams of work, AZB & Partners is capable of operating for industry giants such as Uber in high-profile and technical mandates. The practice is jointly led by Anil Kasturi, who is well-versed across hospitality, retail and insurance sectors among others, Srinath Dasari, whose practice encompasses regulatory matters and funding arrangements to name a few, Rachit Bahl, who possesses expertise across a diverse array of areas such as e-commerce, machine-to-machine learning and fintech, and Roxanne Anderson is entrusted by multinationals, financial institutions and private equity funds to assist with a host of media and sports mandates.

Counting a plethora of online gaming platforms, tech businesses and e-commerce platforms in its client roster, to name a few, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas pairs its cross-disciplinary expertise with its experience across technical transactions and regulatory mandates to produce a strong TMT offering. In Mumbai, managing partner Cyril Shroff, Anu Tiwari, who is a strong choice for emerging tech companies, fintechs, insurance companies and senior officers, and Aarushi Jain, who is well-versed in data protection, tech and IP, co-lead the group. In Bangalore, Arun Prabhu heads the offering with his strong capabilities in handling tech transactional work. Rishabh Shroff is especially knowledgeable in matters arising from the Indian exchange control regime. Anirban Mohapatra is also recommended.

Noted for their ‘good fintech capability’ and ‘responsive’ nature, IndusLaw is routinely engaged by household name clients to handle data privacy, cyber security, brand endorsement arrangements and a host of other complex issues. Delhi’s Avimukt Dar possesses a wide-ranging practice that spans e-commerce, fintech and data protection to name a few. In Bengaluru, Suneeth Katarki is particularly adept at cross-border M&A, venture capital investments and corporate restructurings in this space, while Namita Viswanath is a strong choice for start-ups through to established companies who are operating in the tech sector. Other names to note include Ranjana Adhikari and Shreya Suri. Naqeeb Ahmed Kazia is also recommended.

Combining their considerable dispute capabilities with transactional and regulatory expertise, Khaitan & Co LLP is well positioned to advise global clients on technically complex mandates. New Delhi’s Harsh Walia, who principally focuses on the regulatory and transactional side, and Mumbai’s Tanu Banerjee, who excels in the commercial aspects of tech, content licensing, advertising and a variety of other mandates, jointly lead the practice. Other key names to note include Abhinav Chandan, who specialises in the realms of telecoms and data protection, and Ishan Johri.

The ‘excellent’ and ‘knowledgeable’ team at Nishith Desai Associates maintains a varied TMT practice that is comprised of transactional, regulatory and litigation mandates across medtech, media, e-commerce, AI and a variety of other emerging tech areas. The practice is led by high tech expert Gowree Gokhale, New York-based Vaibhav Parikh, whose wide-ranging experience extends across IP, corporate transactions and cryptocurrency exchanges, Huzefa Tavawalla, whose capabilities cover novel tech such as drones, generative AI and driverless cars, and Tanisha Khanna, an experienced gaming law, IP and data privacy practitioner. Aparna Gaur departed in April 2024.

Praised for their ‘deep technical excellence’ and ‘crisp understanding’, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co enjoys a strong reputation across content regulation, broadcast licensing, satellite communications and e-commerce arenas, handling a diverse range of contentious and non-contentious issues. Tejas Karia is highly experienced at resolving disputes arising from this field, while the ‘exceptional’ Hemant Krishna is routinely entrusted by tech business for advice on a host of technical gaming, blockchain and fintech work, to name a few. Swati Agarwal bolsters the practice with her expertise in IT and e-commerce and Varun Pathak contributes his strengths in data privacy. Shashank Mishra is also recommended.

Counting an extensive range of businesses, from large conglomerates through to start-ups in its client roster, the ‘dynamic’ team at Spice Route Legal is well-versed in managing complex tech disputes and innovative regulatory structuring. Steering the practice is seasoned practitioner Mathew Chacko, who handles a myriad of issues from outsourcing and software deals to AI for notable clients such as Disney+. Fintech expert Ankita Hariramani further strengthens the practice, meanwhile Aadya Misra is especially knowledgeable in relation to data and AI law, handling a diverse range of issues such as compliance, software programs and licensing issues.

Operating for global tech giants in this space, ‘solution-oriented’ Trilegal blends its commercial acumen with its technical expertise to assist clients across data protection, telecom regulatory laws, media regulations and tech policy. Rahul Matthan spearheads the group, assisting a plethora of notable clients with privacy, e-governance and data infrastructure issues, to name a few, while Nikhil Narendran is particularly adept at advising on IP alongside a variety of contractual and regulatory issues. Jyotsna Jayaram is noted for her capabilities in the payments space and Jaideep Reddy particularly focuses on disruptive and emerging technologies. Aparna Gaur arrived from Nishith Desai Associates  in August 2024. All lawyers mentioned are in Mumbai.

Active across music, TV, digital media and theatre industries in particular, ALMT Legal is noted for its transactional and regulatory expertise. The practice is jointly led by Statira Ranina, who is regarded for her knowledge on the regulatory aspects of emerging tech and commercial agreements, and Souvik Paul Mazumdar, who is geared to handle a diverse roster of media and sports clients. Another name to note is Siddhi Ghatlia, who is active on both the transactional and regulatory side of this space.

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.

Demonstrating a wealth of experience across blockchain, AI and online gaming issues, to name a few, Ikigai Law is adept at managing contentious and non-contentious mandates and is noted for its ‘unparalleled involvement in public policy’ within this space. Anirudh Rastogi maintains a diverse offering of contractual, regulatory and policy advice, and Nehaa Chaudhari is entrusted by global tech giants and venture capital firms. Capable regulatory advisor Aparajita Srivastava and data protection expert Sreenidhi Srinivasan further strengthen the group.

Counting a variety of creators, licensors, funds and buyers among their key clients, JSA Law is geared to handle a diverse range of e-commerce ventures, tech regulatory issues and commercial arrangements in this space. Practice leader Sajai Singh is well-versed on corporate and cross-border transactions in the realm of TMT and Tony Verghese is particularly active in the telecoms sector, handling a range of licensing and M&A mandates. Another name to note is Probir Roy Chowdhury, who is noted for his expertise on regulatory compliance and private equity-related matters.

Enjoying both domestic and international capabilities, Kochhar & Co.’s pan-India practice is well-versed in a diverse range of TMT matters, from IP and data privacy through to tech and software issues. Stephen Mathias leads the team with a diverse practice that includes a mixture of licensing, outsourcing and privacy mandates among others. Media law expert and managing partner Rohit Kochhar, Rajarshi Chakrabarti, whose capabilities span numerous regulated sectors, and Savita Kesav Jagadeesan, who is well-positioned to advise on cyber security and data protection mandates, are other key names to note in the group.

Handling a range of contentious and non-contentious issues, Naik Naik & Company‘s core streams of work entail media convergence, Internet of Things issues and content-related matters for various platforms. The practice is co-helmed by IP and gaming expert Madhu Gadodia and media and entertainment expert Ameet Naik, both highly experienced individuals in this space. Abhishek Kale advises on a host of corporate and commercial disputes. Shalini Bajpai and Sujoy Mukherjee are also recommended.

The ‘excellent’ team at Samvad Partners demonstrates proficiencies in handling a diverse array of technologies, such as AI, robotics and crypto assets, among others. Vineetha MG, whose arsenal of skills encompass corporate, commercial and tech aspects, and Nivedita Nivargi, whose wide-ranging experience is comprised of media, data protection, aerospace tech and gaming mandates, co-lead the group. other names to note include Natasha Mahajan, who is a strong choice for advice surrounding the interplay between finance and tech, and Neela Badami, who has worked on some notable media and fintech investments as well as M&A. Ashwini Vittalachar brings niche expertise in drone regulations and celebrity advertisements to the practice.

Spearheaded by Pravin Anand, Vaishal Mittal and Dhruv Anand, Anand and Anand possesses a strong grounding in media and entertainment, sports and gaming industries, handling a range of contentious and non-contentious mandates. The former Anand is experienced in the pharma and biotech sectors, while the latter Anand is well-versed in handling matters pertaining to media and entertainment, particularly in relation to copyright. Mittal is well-positioned to advise on a multitude of IP mandates.

Providing an array of tech, IP and telecoms advice to clients such as tech start-ups and media companies, Bharucha & Partners is actively handling contentious, transactional and regulatory matters in the TMT space. The practice is spearheaded by Alka Bharucha and Kaushik Moitra; the former frequently handles matters arising from the telecoms sector, and the latter is highly experienced on the media and entertainment side, advising on IP, media regulations and licensing agreements. Karnika Vallabh handles a plethora of IP and TMT matters.

Counting a range of e-commerce companies and venture capitalists among their key clients, Dentons Link Legal is particularly well-positioned to advise on M&A, regulatory and disputes. Seasoned practitioner Nusrat Hassan heads up the group with his arsenal of skills that encompass inbound investments, commercial transactions and international arbitration. Sidhartha Srivastava‘s wide-ranging experience is comprised of employment, contract and telecoms issues. Another key name to note in the practice is Prasad Dhande, who excels in representing clients in complex litigation.

Capable of deploying its expertise on both the transactional and regulatory sides, Luthra and Luthra Law Offices India handles a plethora of mandates in the TMT space, ranging from data protection and fintech to AI and robotics. Avisha Gupta principally focuses on the tech side, representing a diverse range of clients from start-ups to multinational corporations, while Vikash Kukreti is noted for his capabilities in handling telecoms, space and digital infrastructure issues. Advait Luthra contributes his expertise in emerging tech to the practice.

Praised as ‘extremely competent and diligent’, Majmudar & Partners excels on the transactional side with experience across outsourcing, tech M&A and IP litigation, and the firm is increasingly active in the data security, privacy and tech ethics space. The practice is helmed by Akil Hirani, who frequently handles matters pertaining to IT, data protection and IP, Neerav Merchant, who is often engaged to manage privacy, confidential information and trade marks, and Raja Sujith, who excels on the corporate and tech side.

Recommended for its ability to provide ‘very personal, focused attention’ to its clients and their issues, Obhan & Associates is active across a myriad of areas including crypto, publishing, data protection and tech litigation among its core streams of work. The practice is spearheaded by Essenese Obhan and Ashima Obhan; the former assists clients with the full gamut of IP issues and is capable of handling complex disputes, while the latter is particularly noted for their strengths in data protection and privacy and is active across the publishing and media industries.

Recommended for its ‘practical, business-oriented approach’ as well as their ‘knowledge and acumen’, Scriboard is particularly active in managing digital brands, regulatory compliance, IP and data privacy issues from a contentious and non-contentious perspective. The department is led by Rodney D Ryder, who excels in handling emerging tech, media and IP mandates, alongside Ravi Goyal, who possesses domestic and international experience across data privacy, IT and domain name disputes, to name a few. Sushant Murthy is capable of assisting a diverse variety of clients, from start-ups through to Fortune 100 and 500 companies.

ANM Global Inc. is regularly entrusted by film production, digital media and TV companies on a wide array of media and entertainment issues. Practice leader and transactional expert Anushree Rauta enjoys extensive music industry expertise as well as regularly handling film production mandates, while founder and managing partner Nidhish Mehrotra maintains a varied practice that spans disputes, IP and media mandates. Other names to note include Shwetank Tripathi, an IP expert, and Anisha Shetty, who bolsters the practice with her media law capabilities.

Operating for a diverse roster of domestic and international clients, ‘excellent’ AP & Partners demonstrates prowess across space tech, electric vehicles and gaming mandates. Anand Prasad, who specialises in shareholder disputes, financial transactions and employment issues, and Arjun Sinha, who is routinely entrusted by tech companies, co-lead the team. Dushyant Kumar joined from the World Bank in September 2023.

Argus Partners has handled some sizeable media mandates as well as a broad variety of contentious, transactional and regulatory issues arising in the TMT space. The practice is led by five team members: Abhinav Bhalaik, who is active on the corporate side of this space, Ankit Guha, who has been notably active in the tech field; Jitendra Soni, who is regularly entrusted by financial institutions and global tech companies, Neha Madan, an expert in acquisition and investment related mandates, and lastly Udit Mendiratta, who is well-versed in the industries of tech, media and retail.

Capitalising on its commercial, IP and employment teams to provide an interdisciplinary approach, ‘agile’ G&W Legal is capable of handling tech transactions, social media issues and data protection concerns, to name a few, and the team is active in the e-sports, automotive and education sectors. Practice head Arjun Khurana acts on behalf of Fortune 500 companies with regards to data transfer agreements and various tech transactions. Dhruv Singh and ‘outstanding’ Srijoy Das are other key names to note.

Sport and gaming boutique Krida Legal is well-versed across betting and gambling regulations, tax ratifications and anti-doping conflicts. Sports and gaming expert Vidushpat Singhania spearheads the group, while Nachiket Yagnik fields a varied practice that encompasses celebrity endorsement contracts, tech-based contracts and potential business ventures, among others. Kushagra Jain contributes sports expertise, counting sport agencies, sportspersons and corporations.

While particularly proficient on the data privacy side, Talwar Thakore & Associates is noted for handling multi-faceted M&A financing and restructuring issues. Gautam Saha principally focuses on telecoms, broadcasting and tech industry mandates, while Sachin Mehta has handled sizeable transactions for large corporations, venture capital funds and ed-tech companies, among others. Amrita Patnaik and Deepa Christopher are also recommended.