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mahafrin sidhwa

@mahafrinsidhwa

Versatile lawyer in the legal profession with 15 years of experience in general corporate advisory with a focus on IP / technology.

India
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What I'm looking for

I seek a senior legal role in media, entertainment or technology where I can lead commercial transactions, IP strategy, data protection and compliance while partnering closely with business teams.

I am a versatile corporate lawyer with 14–15 years' experience advising on corporate advisory, intellectual property, media, entertainment and technology transactions. I align legal strategy with business objectives across diverse industries and support commercial growth.

My work has included negotiating licensing, merchandising and distribution agreements, handling M&A due diligence and rights management, and structuring SaaS, IT and Web3 contracts. I have supported major clients and platforms in complex commercial deals and content distribution arrangements.

I am a certified Data Protection Officer with GDPR foundation-level qualification and have drafted privacy policies, compliance frameworks and employment/HR policies to meet Indian and GDPR requirements. I regularly advise on IP structuring, trademark filings, litigation support and dispute resolution including arbitration.

I have led legal teams and held senior legal roles in entertainment and media companies, contributing to corporate restructurings, M&A transactions and high-value commercial negotiations. I bring pragmatic, business-focused legal counsel and a track record of managing cross-functional stakeholder relationships.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Manager & HOD - Legal

OML Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.

Jul 2021 - Aug 2024 (3 years 1 month)

Led legal for talent, production and digital projects including OTT and NFT-related IP, negotiated major brand and platform agreements, and implemented data protection and employment documentation for compliance.

EL

Head - Legal & Compliance

Exceed Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.

Sep 2017 - Mar 2019 (1 year 6 months)

Negotiated celebrity and brand contracts, handled M&A documentation and managed litigation and arbitration matters involving brand and celebrity representation.

IC

Independent Legal Consultant

Independent Legal Consultant

Feb 2016 - Jul 2017 (1 year 5 months)

Provided contract, compliance and financing documentation support to startups, e-commerce ventures and aviation sales clients, including shareholder and guarantee agreements.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

SS

SNDT Law School

Master of Laws, Law

Completed LL.M. focusing on advanced legal studies and specialization in law-related subjects.

KC

K.C. Law College

Bachelor of Laws, Law

Completed LL.B. with coursework in corporate, intellectual property, and media law.

KC

K.C. Law College

Postgraduate Diploma, Alternative Dispute Resolution

Completed postgraduate diploma in alternative dispute resolution focusing on mediation and arbitration practices.

H.R. College of Commerce & Economics logoHE

H.R. College of Commerce & Economics

Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce

Completed undergraduate commerce degree covering accounting, finance, and business fundamentals.

National Academy of Legal Studies and Research (NALSAR) logoNN

National Academy of Legal Studies and Research (NALSAR)

Advanced Diploma, Media Law

Completed an advanced diploma in media law covering legal issues in media, entertainment, and communications.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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