Contractual And Commercial IP

At Fidus Law Chambers, our Contractual and Commercial IP practice is focused on delivering end-to-end legal support in drafting, negotiating, and enforcing commercial agreements involving intellectual property. As one of the leading commercial IP law firms in India, we help clients structure and execute contracts that protect their intangible assets while enabling innovation, monetization, and growth.

Our team of commercial IP lawyers in India brings deep sectoral knowledge and commercial foresight to every transaction. We work closely with clients across industries—including technology, media, retail, pharma, fashion, and manufacturing—to develop contractual strategies that align with business goals and ensure maximum value from intellectual property assets.

We provide legal advice and drafting support for a wide range of intellectual property agreements, including:

• Licensing Agreements (exclusive, non-exclusive, cross-licensing)
• Franchise Agreements
• Assignment Agreements for trademarks, copyrights, patents, and designs
• Registered User Agreements under the Trademarks Act
• Technology Transfer Agreements
• IP Joint Venture Agreements
• Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and confidentiality clauses
• Collaborative R&D and innovation agreements
• Spin-off and startup IP arrangements

Our lawyers customize each contract based on the client’s industry, business model, and enforcement strategy. We ensure that the legal documentation addresses key commercial terms, territorial scope, ownership rights, royalty models, renewal mechanisms, sublicensing rights, and termination triggers.

We also provide legal assistance on outsourcing contracts and commercialization frameworks where intellectual property plays a key role—such as software development, content licensing, and manufacturing arrangements. Our IP contract drafting services are designed to ensure legal clarity, enforceability, and future-readiness in a fast-changing IP and regulatory landscape.

IP Licensing and Franchising Support

Our firm has extensive experience in negotiating licensing and franchising arrangements across sectors. We help clients structure deals that safeguard proprietary technologies, trademarks, brand identity, product know-how, and marketing strategies. We advise on:

• Licensing strategy and valuation
• Restrictions and exclusivity clauses
• Sub-licensing and territorial rights
• IP use in co-branding and white-labeling deals
• Compliance with sector-specific regulatory frameworks

We also offer legal support for international licensing and franchising, helping clients adapt their contracts for cross-border enforcement, tax efficiency, and dispute resolution across jurisdictions.

Contractual IP Risk Assessment

As part of our advisory services, we conduct contractual IP audits and risk assessments. Our attorneys review existing agreements to identify potential issues in ownership, usage rights, infringement liability, or enforceability. We support clients in resolving legacy contract issues and renegotiating terms to reflect current business needs or legal developments.

We also advise on IP clauses in employment contracts, vendor agreements, and partnership deeds to prevent misappropriation of IP and ensure clarity in IP ownership, especially in creative and tech-driven businesses.

Litigation and Dispute Support

In case of breach, misuse, or disputes arising from IP agreements, our lawyers provide strategic representation in negotiations, mediation, and litigation. We enforce clients’ rights in Indian courts and arbitration forums, including cases involving termination disputes, non-payment of royalties, or unauthorized use of licensed IP.

At Fidus Law Chambers, we recognize that intellectual property is among a business’s most valuable assets, and commercial contracts are the tools that bring this value to life. Our team of IP and licensing lawyers is committed to providing clear, commercially grounded, and enforceable agreements that protect our clients' innovation, creativity, and competitive edge.

Whether you’re entering a licensing arrangement, forming a joint venture, or commercializing proprietary technology, our commercial IP lawyers in India offer the legal insight and contract drafting expertise you need to secure your rights and power your business forward.