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Rahul Chaudhry & Partners is a leading law firm with a distinguished intellectual property practice and recognised capabilities across corporate and commercial advisory, technology, media and entertainment law, and dispute resolution. For over four decades, the firm has advised businesses, multinational corporations, emerging enterprises, research institutions, government bodies and creators on protecting, managing and commercialising intellectual property, navigating complex corporate transactions, and resolving high-stakes legal disputes.
With offices in Gurugram, New Delhi and Mumbai, the firm advises clients in India and internationally across a broad spectrum of legal matters, including patents, trademarks, copyright, designs, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, technology transactions, media and entertainment, artificial intelligence, data privacy, regulatory advisory and commercial litigation.
Our multidisciplinary team brings together legal, scientific and technical expertise to deliver commercially focused, practical and strategic advice. Whether coordinating cross-border intellectual property portfolios, structuring strategic transactions, advising on emerging technologies and digital businesses, supporting creators and media enterprises, or representing clients in complex litigation and enforcement actions, we work closely with our clients to protect their interests, manage risk and support long-term growth.
Led by Mr. Rahul Chaudhry, Managing Partner, the firm combines legal excellence and entrepreneurial vision. Having led the firm’s transformation from a boutique practice into one of India’s most respected law firms, Mr. Chaudhry has been instrumental in shaping its evolution into a multidisciplinary practice that meets the changing needs of businesses in India and across international markets. Widely recognised by leading legal directories, including World Trademark Review, India Business Law Journal, Asia IP, IAM Patent 1000, and Managing IP, Mr. Chaudhry’s leadership has shaped a culture built on deep expertise, experience across diverse practice areas, and a client-focused approach.
Today, Rahul Chaudhry & Partners is recognised for combining technical excellence with a solution-oriented approach, delivering high-quality legal advice with the responsiveness, efficiency, and practical understanding that clients value.
RCY advises a diverse range of Indian and international clients, including multinational corporations, global enterprises, emerging businesses, research institutions, government organisations, public sector undertakings, and companies in the media and entertainment sector across industries.
The firm advises clients on complex domestic and cross-border matters, including intellectual property, technology, media and entertainment, international transactions, and dispute resolution. RCY has represented several Fortune Global 500 companies and works with international law firms, foreign associates, and global stakeholders on matters involving multiple jurisdictions.
Over the years, RCY has built enduring relationships with clients across sectors, supporting them on matters that require a combination of legal expertise, industry understanding, and a practical approach to problem-solving. The firm’s client relationships are founded on a deep understanding of businesses, their objectives, and the commercial contexts in which they operate.
Rahul Chaudhry & Partners was established. Investigators trained by the firm start to carry out IP surveys and investigations
1983Successfully used survey evidence for the first time in a contested passing-off matter (Sears Roebuck & Co. v. Happy Homes Products)
1992Won the celebrated Whirlpool case, which established the concept of trans-border reputation in India
1994Expanded RCY’s Intellectual Property practice with the establishment of a Gurugram Office in the ‘Millennium City’, in the National Capital Region. Set up the Blanco White Library, perhaps the biggest library on intellectual property in the country
2000In the landmark judgment of Strix Limited v. Maharaja Appliances, RCY successfully argued that in order to raise a credible challenge to the validity of a patent, even at an interlocutory stage, the Defendant will have to place on record some acceptable scientific material, supported or explained by the evidence of an expert, that the Plaintiff’s patent is prima facie vulnerable to revocation
2009While representing Heinz against Stokely Van Camp, RCY was successful in arguing that a claim for infringement shall not lie in respect of advertising slogans, even if registered, when they comprise of dictionary words and any such attempt should be struck down with a heavy hand
2010Successfully transitioned from being family run legal practice to a professionally managed law firm
2011Established its Corporate Practice for commercial & transactional legal advisory services
2013Expanded the firm’s footprint with the establishment of a New Delhi Office and fortified and expanded its patent practice with induction of experienced engineers, scientists and patent agents
2014Ventured into Non IP Litigation services
2015Switching to 100% automated IP management systems
2018Expanded the firm’s footprint by establishing an office in Mumbai, India’s financial and commercial capital
2023Strengthened the firm’s capabilities with the establishment of the Media & Entertainment Law Practice
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