AI & IP Lawyer

Adv. Shoeb Hakim; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global Exposure

Continuous Learning Budget

Top-Tier Compensation

Job summary

Adv. Shoeb Hakim in Mumbai is looking for an AI & IP Lawyer to tackle legal challenges posed by Artificial Intelligence and Intellectual Property. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in patent law, copyright law, and AI technology, engaging in groundbreaking legal work.

The role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for global exposure, including collaboration with international clients and participation in technology transactions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 to 8 years of post-qualification experience, focusing on Patent, Copyright, and Technology Licensing.
• Practicing advocate admitted to the Bar Council of India.
• Deep experience advising on Copyright, Patentability, and trade secrets in Indian law.

Responsibilities

• Develop IP protection strategies for AI algorithms and proprietary technology.
• Draft and negotiate technology agreements ensuring compliance.
• Advise clients on ownership of AI-created content.

Skills

Copyright infringement

Patentability

Technology Licensing

AI Literacy

Regulatory Knowledge

Education

LL.B.

LL.M. in Intellectual Property Law or Technology Law

Job description

AI & IP Lawyer (Artificial Intelligence & Intellectual Property)

Leading Specialized Law Firm – Defining IP Boundaries in the AI Age

Job ID Grade Location Employment Type

SHL-ATT-A4 A4 Mumbai, Maharashtra Full-time

Annual Salary Range Reporting To Incentives

₹15 – ₹35 lakhs per annum Senior Partner/Head of Technology Practice Performance Bonuses & Global Exposure

About the Firm & The Opportunity

We are a highly specialized law firm at the intersection of Intellectual Property, Technology, and Litigation. We are seeking an exceptional AI & IP Lawyer to advise innovative clients—from global tech firms to research institutions—on the novel legal challenges posed by Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and complex data licensing.

This role offers a chance to work on groundbreaking cases that will effectively set precedents and define the boundaries of IP law in India and globally.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Essential Qualifications

• Educational Background: LL.B. (required). An LL.M. in Intellectual Property Law or Technology Law is highly desirable.
• Bar Admission: Must be a practicing advocate admitted to the Bar Council of India.
• Total Legal Experience (PQE): A minimum of 5 to 8 years of post-qualification experience, with a significant portion dedicated to Patent, Copyright, and Technology Licensing.
• Core IP Expertise: Deep, practical experience advising on and litigating matters related to Copyright infringement, Patentability (especially of software/business methods), and trade secrets protection under Indian law.
• AI Literacy: A strong conceptual understanding of AI/ML models, training data issues, generative AI, and the legal implications of AI-generated content.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Technical Background: A Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g., Engineering, Computer Science) or a Patent Agent certification is a major asset.
• Transactional Experience: Proven track record in drafting and negotiating complex technology licensing agreements, data-sharing agreements, and R&D collaboration contracts.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with the intersection of AI with Data Privacy (DPDPA) and regulatory sandboxes for emerging technologies.
• Global IP: Knowledge of international IP treaties, WIPO recommendations, and comparative approaches to AI IP (e.g., US/EU frameworks).

Key Responsibilities

• AI IP Strategy: Develop and advise clients on IP protection strategies for AI algorithms, training data, model outputs, and proprietary technology (e.g., patenting AI inventions).
• Licensing & Transactions: Draft, review, and negotiate complex data and technology agreements, ensuring compliance and maximizing IP protection.
• Litigation Support: Provide expert legal analysis for infringement disputes involving software, AI-generated works, and trade secret misappropriation.
• Advisory: Advise clients on the legal ownership and authorship of AI-created content (e.g., copyright issues).
• Thought Leadership: Prepare internal training materials and client alerts on evolving AI regulations and court rulings.

What We Offer (Pioneering Benefits)

• Pioneering Practice: Work on defining cases and legal firsts in the rapidly evolving space of Artificial Intelligence and Intellectual Property.
• Global Exposure: Regular opportunities to collaborate with international clients, foreign legal counsel, and participate in global IP and technology transactions.
• Continuous Learning: Firm-sponsored budget for advanced courses, specialized certifications (e.g., on AI frameworks, machine learning essentials), and technology conferences.
• Top-Tier Compensation: A highly competitive salary and bonus structure commensurate with expertise in this high-demand, niche legal area.