R. K. Dewan & Co.

LEADERSHIP LEGACY OF 83 YEARS - R K Dewan & Co. has proudly completed 83 years of dedicated and exemplary service in the IP field. As one of India's longest-standing IP law firms, we have built an unmatched reputation for quality, honesty, and expertise. Our firm represents over 6,000 corporate and individual clients globally, including top Indian companies, multinationals, and Fortune 500 companies. We serve a diverse array of industries and technology sectors, earning global recognition for our outstanding contributions.

DOMESTIC WORK: Nearly 70-75% of R K Dewan’s work is domestic, reflecting our deep-rooted expertise in the Indian IP landscape. We cater to a wide range of clients, from individual inventors to Fortune 500 companies. Thousands of Indian companies have chosen R K Dewan after rigorously vetting our extensive knowledge and the superior quality of our work in both prosecution and litigation. These companies have toured our offices, engaged with our attorneys, and witnessed our capabilities first-hand, leading them to entrust their IP matters to us for decades. This unwavering trust and long-term commitment are true testaments to R K Dewan’s unparalleled expertise and esteemed reputation in the IP arena.

INDIA-WIDE PRESENCE: R K Dewan boasts a formidable presence in IP litigation across India, underscoring our pan-India reach and influence. With 736 District Courts nationwide, we are uniquely positioned to file and defend suits in the majority of these courts. Our litigation prowess extends beyond District Courts to include the High Courts of New Delhi, Bombay (Mumbai), Kolkata, and Madras (Chennai). Currently, we are managing over 150 ongoing litigation matters across various courts in India, showcasing our extensive capabilities and commitment to delivering exceptional legal services nationwide.

DIVERSE NATURE OF WORK AND SEASONED EXPERTS: At R K Dewan, our expertise extends beyond IP litigation to encompass a wide array of civil non-IP cases, including recovery and cheque bouncing matters across various jurisdictions. Our reputation for excellence continues to attract a growing number of clients from around the globe, including the USA, China, Europe, Korea, Taiwan, Brazil, and New Zealand, who recognize the unparalleled quality of our work. We proudly serve over 450 clients in the life sciences sector, with our services spanning not only pharmaceuticals but also numerous other industries. Our team is exceptionally well-equipped to handle all aspects of patents, trademarks, designs, plant varieties, and National Biodiversity Authority matters in India. The increasing number of life science cases transferred to R K Dewan by international clients and associates, particularly in the patent sector, underscores our esteemed expertise in obtaining patent grants in India.

DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE TEAM: At our firm, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. Our team comprises over 180 dedicated professionals, with a remarkable blend of talents and backgrounds. Among these, 35 lawyers, many of whom are dual qualified as patent and trademark agents, bring legal expertise and innovation to the table. What is particularly noteworthy is that 60% of our team is composed of talented and accomplished women, exemplifying our unwavering commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We firmly believe that diversity enriches our perspective and empowers us to provide our clients with the most comprehensive and innovative solutions.

TEAM OF EXPERTS: With over 180 dedicated professionals, including 35 lawyers who are dual qualified as patent and trademark agents, our team brings a rich tapestry of legal expertise and innovative solutions to our clients. The firm also boasts a robust team of 75 patent professionals, including registered Indian patent agents, patent attorneys, and patent associates, with backgrounds ranging from engineering to scientific expertise and doctorates. Additionally, we are proud to have approximately 40 skilled trademark and patent paralegals who play a crucial role in our daily operations. R K Dewan’s team comprises ex-Controllers from the Patent Office & ex-Registrars and Examiners from the Trade Marks Registry who are well-versed with best practices in order to assist clients more effectively to obtain their IP rights in a timely manner.

CONTINUED KNOWLEDGE DISSEMINATION: The firm believes in Knowledge Dissemination and carries it out through its monthly newsletters and participating in industry events as speakers and panellists. social media outreach.   The Firm’s Principal, Dr. Dewan himself regularly engages in knowledge sharing activities with both students and professionals. He has also recently started a podcast (Dewancast – currently streaming on Spotify) wherein he discusses the trending topics in the realm of intellectual property and AI & Machine Learning. This podcast is made with a view to be accessible to IP enthusiasts all over the world. Through showcasing IP in real life, some of our knowledge sharing initiatives receive high readership because of the novelty in the way we share knowledge – decoding delicacies of India, accidental inventions and NewsNet (our Newsletter) are widely popular in the IP community globally.