Who we are at Singh & Singh
Singh & Singh Law Firm LLP is India's leading Intellectual Property (IP) law firm, providing strategic legal advice and representation across patent law, trade mark law, copyright law, competition law, media and telecommunications law, commercial arbitration, taxation, and drug regulatory law. The Firm advises Indian and international clients on contentious and non-contentious matters, with particular expertise in protecting, enforcing, and commercialising intellectual property rights.
Founded by Mr. Maninder Singh and Mrs. Prathiba M. Singh, the Firm has played a significant role in the development of Indian intellectual property jurisprudence. It has acted in a number of landmark matters involving Standard Essential Patents (SEPs), pharmaceutical patents, trade mark rights, competition law, and telecommunications regulation, contributing to important legal developments in these areas.
The Firm's Intellectual Property practice encompasses the full lifecycle of IP rights, including patent prosecution, trade mark registration, copyright, designs, licensing, portfolio management, enforcement, and litigation. Its lawyers regularly advise and represent clients in complex patent disputes, trade mark infringement actions, copyright litigation, and regulatory proceedings before courts, tribunals, and government authorities across India.
Singh & Singh acts for a broad range of clients, including multinational corporations, technology companies, pharmaceutical businesses, research organisations and start-ups. The Firm's work frequently involves matters at the intersection of law, science, technology, and regulation, requiring a combination of legal, commercial, and technical understanding.
With a team of experienced lawyers, over the years, Singh & Singh has established a reputation for handling complex and high-value disputes that have shaped legal precedents in India in different fields. Its continued focus on technical excellence, strategic litigation, and practical legal advice has made the Firm a recognised name and Tier-1 firm in Intellectual Property law and related practice areas.
Key defining moments
F. Hoffman La Roche vs Cipla Limited
The ruling balanced patent rights with public interest, initially favoring Cipla to ensure affordable access to life-saving drugs. However, the Supreme Court later upheld Roche's patent, reinforcing India's evolving patent landscape.
India TV Independent News Service Pvt. Ltd. ORs. vs Yashraj Films Pvt. Ltd.
The case reinforced strict copyright protections in media, affirming that unauthorised use of film clips in news broadcasts constitutes infringement, rejecting the defense of fair use.
Novartis AG vs. Union of India
The ruling emphasised that incremental innovations lacking significant therapeutic efficacy do not qualify for patents, strengthening India's stance on affordable medicines. This decision had a global impact on pharmaceutical patents, setting a precedent for access to essential drugs.
Union Of India vs Pfizer Ltd.
The ruling clarified the balance between public interest and patent protection, reinforcing the state's authority to regulate essential medicines. This case is a key precedent in India's evolving intellectual property and competition law landscape.
Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha vs M/S Prius Auto Industries Limited
Toyota, the plaintiff, failed to prove that the "Prius" mark had substantial recognition among Indian consumers before the defendant's adoption. The court emphasised the need for actual goodwill and local consumer awareness for trademark protection.
Star India vs Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion
The court addressed crucial issues regarding broadcasting rights and compulsory licensing under the Copyright Act. The ruling clarified the scope of government intervention in licensing arrangements for sports broadcasting. This case significantly impacted the balance between intellectual property rights and public access to sports content.
Monsanto Holdings private Limited & Ors. vs Competition Commission of India and Ors.
The case concerns CCI's investigation into Monsanto for alleged anti-competitive practices in India's Bt cotton seed market. Monsanto challenged CCI's jurisdiction, but the courts upheld the probe, highlighting the balance between intellectual property rights and competition law.
Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (PUBL) vs Lava International
This case resolved key issues in India's first post-trial SEP ruling, including patent essentiality, infringement, and FRAND royalty determination. The Delhi High Court found Lava liable for using Ericsson's telecom technology without a FRAND license, awarding INR 244 crores in damages. This landmark decision sets a precedent for SEP enforcement in India.