Our people: Abhinav Chandan

• Graduated from one of India's top law schools (NUJS) with a Bachelor of Laws (Hons) and a B.A./B.Sc;
• Completed the media business affairs course and has reviewed and drafted numerous agreements (such as film purchase and license agreements, writers agreements, distribution agreements, new media agreements and non disclosure agreements) as well as undertaking research and drafting on copyright, trademark, trade secrets, contracts, defamation and other media and entertainment legal issues;

His study included advanced Intellectual Property Law, Biotechnology Law, Conflict of Laws, Corporate Finance Laws, Competition Laws, Insurance Laws and International Relations.

Prior to joining us, Abhinav gained practical experience in handling diverse legal issues in taxation, corporate, international trade, competition and securities laws, during his internships with some of the most prominent Indian law firms, including J. Sagar Associates, Nishith Desai Associates, and Economic Laws Practice. Additionally, while at law school, Abhinav worked as a part-time researcher, trainer and an assistant project manager for a U.S. based legal off-shoring company.

Gifted with a sharp intellect; logical reasoning; and great research, writing and analytical skills, Abhinav has all the trappings of what it takes to be a successful lawyer. In a short span of six months, he has grown to become a key member of the team.

Abhinav is extremely tech savvy and loves reading, writing and watching anything in the fantasy–fiction genre. He is also an exponent of oriental martial arts and is adept at playing the Tabla, a form of Indian percussion drums. He has also organized an International Short Film Festival in Kolkata in Jan, 2007 and writes fictional novels.