Associate – Litigation (IP and Media & Entertainment) at Hirani & Associates, Mumbai: Apply Now!

Hirani & Associates is hiring an India-qualified advocate with 2–3 years of PQE for its IP and Media & Entertainment practice.

About Hirani & Associates

Hirani & Associates is a law firm with an IP and Media & Entertainment practice in Mumbai.

About the Opportunity

Hirani & Associates is inviting applications for an Associate position in its Litigation – IP and Media & Entertainment practice.

The role focuses on trademark and copyright disputes, along with non-contentious Media & Entertainment work. The selected candidate will appear in and prepare for court proceedings, draft pleadings and applications, handle trademark prosecution, and advise clients on enforcing and structuring rights across content, licensing, and brand portfolios.

Location

The position will be based in Mumbai.

Practice Areas

The role will involve work in:

• Trademark litigation.
• Copyright litigation.
• Trademark prosecution.
• Media & Entertainment.
• Content, licensing, and brand rights.

Eligibility Criteria

• India-qualified advocate.
• 2–3 years of post-qualification experience.
• Hands-on experience in IP litigation and trademark prosecution.
• Strong drafting and analytical skills.
• Genuine interest in the Media & Entertainment space.
• Ability to exercise judgment and run matters independently.

Roles & Responsibilities

Litigation

• Handle trademark and copyright litigation.
• Draft pleadings, applications, and notices.
• Assist with litigation strategy and hearings.
• Appear in and prepare for court proceedings.

Trademark Prosecution

• Conduct trademark searches.
• Handle trademark filings.
• Prepare examination responses.
• Manage trademark portfolios end to end.

Media & Entertainment

• Draft and negotiate production, licensing, and content agreements.
• Advise clients on the exploitation of rights.
• Advise on structuring and enforcement of rights across content, licensing, and brand portfolios.

Contact

Email: humanresources@hiraniassociates.com

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Application Procedure

Interested candidates may apply through the following:

Email: humanresources@hiraniassociates.com

Candidates should send their CV with the subject line: “Application – Litigation IP & M&E Associate.”