Artificial Intelligence (AI) is redefining business models, accelerating innovation, and disrupting traditional industries. As AI technologies advance, they give rise to novel legal challenges across corporate governance, regulatory compliance, data protection, intellectual property rights, and ethical business conduct. At KNM & Partners, we understand the rapidly evolving AI ecosystem and offer integrated legal counsel that helps clients navigate the unique regulatory and commercial complexities surrounding AI-driven enterprises.
The Firm advises AI developers, technology companies, investors, and adopters on strategic, regulatory, and transactional issues impacting their operations and investments. From entity structuring and funding support to IP strategy and dispute resolution, the Firm provides legal solutions that are attuned to the nuances of AI technologies while ensuring compliance with India’s corporate, technology, and data governance laws.
With India actively considering AI-specific policy frameworks and global regulators intensifying scrutiny on the deployment of automated decision-making tools, the Firm works closely with clients to anticipate risks and ensure responsible innovation. The Firm’s multidisciplinary approach allows us to offer cross-functional legal support, balancing AI innovation with legal certainty and risk mitigation.
The Firm’s commitment extends beyond legal compliance. The Firm collaborates with clients to craft ethical AI deployment strategies, develop robust governance frameworks, and structure sustainable partnerships that harness AI responsibly while safeguarding intellectual property, data privacy, and consumer rights.
Our Expertise
Advising AI startups and technology ventures on entity formation, corporate governance, and operational structuring to attract investment and manage liabilities.
Supporting clients in AI-sector transactions, including M&A, joint ventures, and venture capital investments; conducting legal due diligence and drafting definitive agreements.
Assisting AI businesses in aligning their operations with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA), Information Technology Act, and global data privacy laws.
Advising on IP ownership, licensing, and protection strategies for AI algorithms, data sets, and software, including patent, copyright, and trade secret protections.
Representing clients in disputes involving AI technology use, licensing disagreements, liability claims, and cross-border enforcement actions.
Guiding clients on AI compliance in regulated industries such as healthcare, fintech, and telecom; advising on policy advocacy and emerging AI-specific regulatory developments.
Supporting businesses in developing internal AI governance policies, ethical guidelines, and responsible AI deployment frameworks.
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Our Experience
- Advised AI startups and technology companies on entity structuring, IP ownership models, and investment term sheets for early and growth-stage funding.
- Supported global investors in conducting legal, regulatory, and IP due diligence of Indian AI and analytics ventures, identifying transaction risks and compliance gaps.
- Represented clients in disputes arising from AI licensing arrangements, data ownership conflicts, and software performance liabilities, ensuring effective enforcement and negotiated settlements.
- Assisted clients in developing AI-related policies, privacy notices, and cybersecurity protocols in compliance with the DPDPA, 2023 and sectoral obligations.
- Engaged with technology sector associations on policy submissions related to ethical AI guidelines, algorithmic accountability, and regulatory frameworks under consideration by Indian authorities.
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