Lynx Legal Partners LLP is a dedicated technology and innovation law practice based in Mumbai — at the centre of India’s fastest-growing startup and deep-tech ecosystem. We are legal strategists, advisors, and advocates for the founders, engineers, investors, and enterprises driving India’s digital economy forward.
From pre-seed SaaS startups to AI-first deep-tech ventures, from multinational cloud platforms to India-born product companies going global, we bring precise legal expertise, genuine technology fluency, and a founder-oriented mindset to every mandate we undertake.
Our practice sits at the intersection of technology law, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, and commercial structuring — ensuring our clients can build, scale, and innovate with confidence while we protect everything they create.
We proudly serve the full spectrum of the Technology & Innovation economy :
Your contracts are the source code of your business relationships. A poorly drafted Master Service Agreement or Terms of Service can expose your platform to unlimited liability, strip you of IP ownership, or lock you into unfavourable customer terms. We protect SaaS companies at every stage of commercial growth.
Master Service Agreements (MSAs) — Drafting and negotiating enterprise-grade MSAs that protect revenue streams and define service scope with precision
SaaS Terms of Service & EULAs — Platform-specific Terms of Service, End User Licence Agreements, and Acceptable Use Policies tailored to your product
Service Level Agreements (SLAs) — Drafting SLAs with commercially defensible uptime commitments, remedy structures, and exclusion clauses
API Licensing & Developer Agreements — Legal frameworks for API access, usage restrictions, rate limits, and third-party developer onboarding
Reseller & Channel Partner Agreements — Structuring distribution, white-label, and referral partnerships with clear commercial terms and IP protections
Vendor & Procurement Contracts — Reviewing inbound vendor agreements, cloud service contracts, and technology procurement terms for enterprise clients
NDAs & Confidentiality Frameworks — Mutual and unilateral NDAs for product discussions, fundraising, and enterprise sales processes
In the digital economy, data is your most valuable asset and your greatest liability. India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and the DPDP Rules, 2025 have created new and far-reaching compliance obligations for every technology company processing Indian user data. We turn regulatory complexity into competitive advantage.
DPDP Act Compliance Programme — End-to-end compliance assessment, data fiduciary registration advisory, and implementation frameworks under the DPDP Act 2023 and DPDP Rules 2025
Privacy Policy & Notice Drafting — Drafting legally compliant, plain-language privacy policies, cookie policies, and consent notice frameworks for web and mobile platforms
Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) — Drafting DPAs for data processor relationships, including cross-border data transfer mechanisms
GDPR & Cross-Border Data Advisory — Advising Indian SaaS companies on GDPR obligations when serving EU customers, including Standard Contractual Clauses adapted to Indian law
Data Breach Response & CERT-In Compliance — Legal protocols for 6-hour incident reporting obligations under CERT-In Directions 2022, and crisis management for data breach events
IT Act & Intermediary Liability — Advisory on Information Technology Act, 2000 obligations, intermediary safe harbour, and IT Rules 2021 compliance for platforms and social media intermediaries
Cybersecurity Governance Frameworks — Drafting internal cybersecurity policies, acceptable use policies, and information security governance documentation
Every startup’s legal journey is a critical growth variable. From incorporation structuring to term sheet negotiation, the decisions made in the early stages determine your freedom to operate, your investor relationships, and your long-term valuation. We are legal partners through every stage of your company’s life cycle.
Incorporation & Entity Structuring — Advising on the right structure — private limited company, LLP, or offshore holding — and executing fast, clean incorporations
Founders’ Agreements & Vesting Schedules — Protecting co-founder relationships with equity, vesting cliffs, IP assignment, and decision-making frameworks from day one
ESOP Design & Documentation — Drafting Employee Stock Option Plans compliant with Companies Act and SEBI regulations, including grant letters and exercise mechanics
Term Sheet & SHA Negotiation — Reviewing and negotiating Shareholders’ Agreements, anti-dilution clauses, liquidation preferences, information rights, and drag-along provisions
Seed, Series A / B / C Documentation — Full legal support for equity fundraising rounds including conditions precedent, representations, and closing documentation
FEMA & RBI Compliance for Foreign Investment — Structuring inbound foreign investments, FCCB, CCPS and FDI compliance under FEMA regulations and RBI guidelines
Convertible Note & SAFE Agreements — Drafting India-compliant convertible instruments for early-stage fundraising with appropriate valuation caps and discount structures
For technology companies, intellectual property is the primary store of value. Whether it is a proprietary algorithm, a distinctive product brand, or a patentable invention, the failure to protect IP early can have irreversible commercial consequences. We build IP strategies designed to protect your competitive moat.
Software Copyright Protection — Advising on copyright ownership of software, source code, and training data, including work-for-hire and assignment documentation
Patent Filing for Tech Inventions — Provisional and complete patent applications for software-related inventions, algorithms, and deep-tech innovations under Indian and PCT filings
Trademark Registration & Protection — Brand clearance searches, trademark applications, opposition proceedings, and enforcement for product names, logos, and SaaS platforms
Trade Secret & Confidential Information Protection — Legal frameworks for protecting proprietary algorithms, model architectures, and business-critical information from misappropriation
IP Assignment & Licensing Agreements — Ensuring clean IP ownership chains — critical for due diligence in funding rounds and acquisitions
Open Source Compliance — Advisory on the legal obligations of using, modifying, and distributing open-source software, including GPL, MIT, and Apache licence compliance
AI & Training Data IP Issues — Advisory on copyright in AI-generated outputs, web scraping legality, and training data licensing — one of the most rapidly evolving areas of technology law in India
AI, machine learning, blockchain, and emerging deep-tech innovations operate in a rapidly evolving regulatory environment. From DPDP Act obligations triggered by automated processing to personality rights litigation arising from AI-generated deepfakes, the legal landscape is shifting faster than ever. We keep your technology ahead of regulatory risk.
AI Governance & Responsible AI Frameworks — Drafting internal AI use policies, risk classification frameworks, and governance documentation aligned with NITI Aayog and emerging Digital India Act principles
Deepfake & Personality Rights Compliance — Advisory following the Delhi High Court’s landmark recognition of personality rights in AI contexts, including content moderation and takedown protocols
Blockchain & Web3 Legal Advisory — Legal structuring for token issuance, smart contract governance, DAO structures, and regulatory compliance for Web3 ventures in India
Drone & UAV Technology Law — Regulatory compliance for UAV manufacturers and operators under DGCA’s Drone Rules 2021, including joint venture structuring for global market entry
Fintech & RBI Regulatory Compliance — Advisory for AI-driven fintech products on RBI sandbox frameworks, payment aggregator licensing, and NBFC-related technology regulations
Government Procurement & MeitY Programmes — Legal support for technology companies bidding on government contracts, MeitY startup programmes, and PLI scheme compliance
PIL, Regulatory Investigation & Tech Litigation — Representing technology companies in regulatory investigations, consumer forum matters, and complex technology-related litigation
Scaling a technology company means building a team — and building a team means navigating employment law, ESOP obligations, moonlighting policies, and the emerging legal questions around remote and gig work. We provide employment law frameworks that scale with your headcount.
Employment Agreements & Offer Letters — Drafting India-compliant employment contracts with appropriate IP assignment, non-compete, and non-solicitation clauses
Independent Contractor & Consultant Agreements — Legal frameworks for engaging freelancers, advisors, and offshore contractors without misclassification risk
Moonlighting & Dual Employment Policies — Drafting legally defensible policies addressing the technology industry’s evolving moonlighting and secondary employment landscape
ESOP Documentation & Exercise Advisory — End-to-end ESOP grant, vesting, exercise, and buyback documentation compliant with Indian tax and corporate law
Separation Agreements & Exits — Managing employee exits, full-and-final settlements, and non-disparagement frameworks
POSH Act Compliance for Tech Startups — Internal Complaints Committee constitution, policy drafting, and training frameworks for Prevention of Sexual Harassment compliance
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