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Obhan & Associates

Value Proposition

Turn Around Time

Our team is is experienced in dealing with all types of IP and Corporate Law transactions for clients, from start-ups to multinationals. The team is proactive and prompt with their service. Quality work and speedy response time is our primary strength.

Value Pricing

The Firm is a one stop solution for all IP and Corporate Law matters. We believe in contingent and competitive pricing based on the services provided by us. The Firm prides itself on building long lasting relationships with its clients and providing a tailored service to meet the specific needs of each of its clients.

Qualified Professionals

The Firm comprises of professionals from diverse backgrounds, with an excellence in their areas of specialization and a strong understanding of the Indian IP and Corporate Law system.

Concise Advice

The Firm has a specialized team which understands the working of the Indian legal system enabling it to provide clear concise advice after understanding its clients’ requirements. The Firm is known for its simple, transparent and easy to understand policies and procedures.

Value Proposition

Turn Around Time

Qualified Professionals

The Firm comprises of professionals from diverse backgrounds, with an excellence in their areas of specialization and a strong understanding of the Indian IP and Corporate Law system.

Value Pricing

Concise Advice

Practice Areas

Intellectual Property

The Firm possesses expertise in prosecution and opposition of all forms of IP matters, advising clients on IP ...

Corporate Law

The Firm’s highly experienced corporate team provides a broad range of transactional and advisory services t...

Litigation

The Firm has qualified attorneys with expertise and vast experience in litigation, appearing regularly in all ...

O&A Credentials

Legal 500 – 2018

The practice at Obhan & Associates handles contentious and non-contentious IP matters, and counts Tata Chemicals, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, and Mastercard among its clients. Read More..

Legal 500 – 2018

Who’s who legal – Patents 2018

Essenese Obhan, the Founding and Managing Partner of Obhan & Associates, has been selected as being one of the world’s leading Patent Agents, by clients and peers in a research conducted by Who’s Who Legal for the year 2018. Read More..

Who’s who legal – Patents 2018

Chambers Asia – Asia’s leading lawyer for business 2018

A well-respected practice with noted strength in patent matters, including drafting, filing, prosecution and litigation. Adept at handling IP work for technology, pharmaceutical and biotech-focused clients. Read More..

Chambers Asia – Asia’s leading lawyer for business 2018

IAM Patent 1000 – The World’s Leading Patent Practitioners 2017

A boutique supported by a corporate law department, Obhan & Associates has all angles covered for foreign and domestic patent holders. Its made-to-measure client service is widely celebrated, as is its practical, to-the-point guidance. Read More..

IAM Patent 1000 – The World’s Leading Patent Practitioners 2017

Who's who legal - Patents 2017

Essenese Obhan is a go-to IP specialist in the Indian market. He is known for his comprehensive practice that sees him handle litigation, prosecution, portfolio management and transactional work. Read More..

Who’s who legal – Patents 2017

Managing Intellectual Property IP Stars – 2017

This definitive guide to leading IP firms and lawyers has recognized Obhan & Associates as one of the leading IP firms in India. Read More..

Managing Intellectual Property IP Stars – 2017

Chambers Asia – Asia’s leading lawyer for business 2017

"They are exceptional, absolutely marvellous. We had some severe litigation and they won it with dedication, hard work and a meticulous thought process." Read More..

Chambers Asia – Asia’s leading lawyer for business 2017

The Legal 500 – 2017

Obhan & Associates is ‘a dynamic new-generation firm with a prompt service and good knowledge’. The team is primarily focused on prosecution matters in the patent space Read More..

The Legal 500 – 2017

IAM Patent 1000 – The World’s Leading Patent Practitioners 2016

Famed for its wide-ranging capabilities, Obhan & Associates is unique on the market as “an IP firm with a serious corporate practice”. Read More..

IAM Patent 1000 – The World’s Leading Patent Practitioners 2016

Chambers Asia – Asia’s leading lawyer for business 2016

"They are exceptional, absolutely marvellous. We had some severe litigation and they won it with dedication, hard work and a meticulous thought process." Read More..

Chambers Asia – Asia’s leading lawyer for business 2016

Managing Intellectual Property IP Stars – 2016

This definitive guide to leading IP firms and lawyers has recognized Obhan & Associates as one of the leading IP firms in India. Read More..

Managing Intellectual Property IP Stars – 2016

IAM Patent 1000 – The World’s Leading Patent Practitioners 2015

The “extremely meticulous and thoroughly professional” Essenese Obhan has built a multidisciplinary team from the ground up at breakneck speed at his eponymous firm. Read More..

IAM Patent 1000 – The World’s Leading Patent Practitioners 2015

Managing Intellectual Property IP Stars – 2015

“Obhan has an in-depth understanding and subject knowledge, catering to clients like us on a one-on-one basis and having a team dedicated to us to provide quality work with agility.” Read More..

Managing Intellectual Property IP Stars – 2015

The Legal 500 – 2015

Obhan & Associates is ‘a dynamic new-generation firm with a prompt service and good knowledge’. The team is primarily focused on prosecution matters in the patent space Read More..

The Legal 500 – 2015

Chambers Asia – Asia’s leading lawyer for business 2015

"They work fast, competently and efficiently. We appreciate their legal and technical knowledge." Read More..

Chambers Asia – Asia’s leading lawyer for business 2015

IAM Patent 1000 – The World’s Leading Patent Practitioners 2014

The “innovative and forward-thinking” Obhan & Associates is “one of the most impressive practices to have sprung up in the last decade” Read More..

IAM Patent 1000 – The World’s Leading Patent Practitioners 2014

Managing Intellectual Property – 2014

“Obhan has an in-depth understanding and subject knowledge, catering to clients like us on a one-on-one basis and having a team dedicated to us to provide quality work with agility.” Read More..

Managing Intellectual Property – 2014

Chambers Asia – Asia’s leading lawyer for business 2014

"They add value through being thoughtful in their approach. They are also clear in their explanation." Read More..

Chambers Asia – Asia’s leading lawyer for business 2014

IAM Patent 1000 – The World’s Leading Patent Practitioners 2013

Clients appreciate the “simply fantastic” ensemble’s ability to provide “top-notch quality and close personal attention, while adhering to tight time constraints – all at a competitive cost”. Read More..

IAM Patent 1000 – The World’s Leading Patent Practitioners 2013

Managing Intellectual Property – 2013

IP remain the focus of Obhan & Associates, though the firm also has corporate and M&A, real estate and litigation practices. Read More..

Managing Intellectual Property – 2013

Chambers Asia – Asia’s leading lawyer for business 2013

"A very well-managed firm of skilled and experienced people. They have consistently provided us with high-quality services." Read More..

Chambers Asia – Asia’s leading lawyer for business 2013

Asialaw Profiles – 2012

Obhan & Associates is an “up and coming IP firm”, say peers. The firm maintains the entire IP portfolio of Caterpillar, a global construction and mining equipment company. Read More..

Asialaw Profiles – 2012

Managing Intellectual Property – 2012

“Essenese has a strong mechanical engineering background, and give us appropriate legal and technical. He is modest and very friendly,” says a client. “We are very satisfied with the work provided by Obhans & Associates.” Read More..

Managing Intellectual Property – 2012

Chambers Asia – Asia’s leading lawyer for business 2012

“They are thorough in their work and deliver excellent quality.” Read More..

Chambers Asia – Asia’s leading lawyer for business 2012

Managing Intellectual Property – 2011

“Obhan & Associates is an excellent practice and managing partner Essenese Obhan is probably one of the better patent lawyers today. They’re absolutely superb in patents,” Read More..

Managing Intellectual Property – 2011

Chambers Asia – Asia’s leading lawyer for business 2011

“The best thing is that the team is well prepared for any questions and has dedicated resources.” Read More..

Chambers Asia – Asia’s leading lawyer for business 2011

Managing Intellectual Property – 2010

“Essenese Obhan should be ranked among the finest lawyers practicing patent law today”, says a corporate counsel client of the Firm’s managing partner. Read More..

Managing Intellectual Property – 2010

Chambers Asia – Asia’s leading lawyer for business 2010

“He responds very quickly and has excellent, deep technical knowledge. He takes time to discuss issues with clients and delivers outstanding results”, reports one commentator. Read More..

Chambers Asia – Asia’s leading lawyer for business 2010

Chambers Asia – Asia’s leading lawyer for business 2009

Essenese Obhan recently set up Obhan & Associates and already counts Tata Chemical Group, Minda Group and Ibibo among his clients Read More..

Chambers Asia – Asia’s leading lawyer for business 2009

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