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Obhan Mason

Intellectual Property: Litigation

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : India


Obhan Mason

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About

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O&A is a highly skilled and professionally managed full-service law firm in India, offering end-to-end services in intellectual property law and corporate law, consistently ranking among India’s best law firms, including among the top five IP firms.

Our IP team comprises multi-disciplinary legal and technical experts. Our services include the preparation, filing, and prosecution of patents, designs, trademarks, and copyright applications in India and overseas. We also advise on IP transactions, litigation, dispute resolution, opposition and rights enforcement globally. The team regularly advises on global patent portfolio and patent prosecution management.

The firm has been consistently ranked as a leading IP practice in India by several publications, including Chambers, Managing Intellectual Property-IP Star, IAM 1000, The Legal 500, WTR 1000, Benchmark Litigation, etc. 

Clients (13)

  • TATA Chemicals
  • AGFA Group of Companies
  • Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
  • Aditya Birla Science & Technology Co. Pvt. Ltd.
  • Steer Group of Companies
  • Pine Labs
  • G4S Plc. (G4S Security Solutions (India) Pvt. Ltd.)
  • The Doon School
  • Vending Updates India Private Limited
  • Bolt Technology OÜ
  • CoinDCX
  • Akasa Air (SNV Aviation Private Limited)
  • Promoshirt SM SA

Industries (14)

  • Automobiles & Parts
  • Chemicals
  • Construction & Materials
  • Consumer Product Manufacturing
  • Energy
  • Government
  • Health Care
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Mining & Metals
  • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
  • Private Clients / Individuals
  • Software & Computer Services
  • Technology, Hardware & Electronics
  • Telecommunications

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Intellectual Property: Litigation - India


What the Team is Known For

Obhan Mason operates a well-respected practice with noted strength in patent matters, including drafting, filing, prosecution and litigation. The firm is adept at handling intellectual property work for technology, manufacturing and biotech clients. The team has noteworthy experience in seeking declarations in court over patent rights.

Work Highlights

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  • Obhan Mason represented HarperCollins Publishers India against a claim that the publication of a book by the client titled Nayak the Hero violated the plaintiff's copyright.

Strengths

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  • The team at Obhan Mason operates at a high level with strong technical and legal expertise.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Essenese Obhan
    Band 4Essenese Obhan

    Essenese Obhan

    Essenese Obhan heads the intellectual property law practice at Obhan Mason in Delhi. He is particularly well known for his contentious and non-contentious patents work and typically represents entities in the technology, chemical and manufacturing sectors.

    • Essenese Obhan has exceptional legal and technical skills, with a wide-ranging ability to handle diverse and complex matters.

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  • Band 2Neel Mason
    Band 2Neel Mason

    Neel Mason

    Neel Mason receives strong endorsement in the market for his ability in handling both IP prosecution and litigation mandates. He has extensive experience across both copyright and trade mark issues.

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