IP-focused firm Mason & Associates was established in 2006 and it is recognised in the market for its copyright expertise. It has branched out to specialise in IT and internet law as well, and this year it scales up a notch in the media and entertainment ranking. The firm has offices in Delhi and Hyderabad and is acknowledged for its innovative work in cyber issues such as those relating to e-commerce platforms, search engines, internet-based platforms and applications. Founder and managing partner Neel Mason is the main contact. He is the vice president of the India chapter of the International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property. This year, the firm welcomed of counsel Ekta Sharma and four new associates.
Work highlights
Represented B9 Beverages SPRL in various matters including trademark filings, sending out cease and desist notices and advising on oppositions.
Acted for Phonographic Digital in various content acquisition deals.
Key clients
Everest Industries, Snapdeal, Thomas Cook India.
