India's DPDP Act 2023: What Businesses Must Do Now
A practical compliance guide for Indian enterprises navigating the new Digital Personal Data Protection framework.
Awarded Emerging Law Firm of the Year — full-service capability across India and global jurisdictions.
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RSD Bajaj Global is a full-service law firm advising new economy businesses across General Corporate, Venture Capital, Mergers and Acquisitions, Intellectual Property, Data Privacy, Emerging Technology law, and Disputes (Litigation and Arbitration). We combine deep domain expertise with an AI-enabled practice to deliver faster, sharper, and more accessible legal counsel across India and global jurisdictions.
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WHAT THE EXPERTS SAY
“Shivaarti has a remarkable ability to break down complex topics like Data Privacy, Trademarks, Patents, Emerging Tech and AI and the evolving landscape of NFTs and the Metaverse. As a guest speaker on our Red FM podcast, her subject-matter expertise brought immense value. She is not only a sharp legal and tech strategist but also a compelling communicator who knows how to engage a modern digital audience.”
“I worked with Shivaarti on a few legal projects at Livofy, and it was a wonderful experience. Her attention to detail along with her promptness and patience in communication makes her stand out. She is always clear in her perspective and in conveying complex legal matters in an understandable way, which makes her an absolute pleasure to work with.”
“An excellent experience working with Shivaarti, she goes out of her way to help make a transaction go through, bringing a business lens to legal wrangling.”
“I have the privilege of working closely with Ms Shivaarti Bajaj of RSD Bajaj Global firm, where she serves as a co-founder and an exceptional legal mind. Her commitment to excellence sets her apart, making her an invaluable asset to any legal team.”
“Varun has a sharp understanding of the regulatory and policy landscape impacting startups and funds. His advice is consistently practical, forward-looking, and aligned with investor expectations.”
“Varun’s legal guidance was invaluable as we navigated US–India complexities. He helped structure our entity and cross-border agreements with clarity and precision. His sharp insights and sector expertise made a real difference.”
“Wonderful working with Varun and Shivaarti - highly diligent partners who personally look into every investment, balancing thorough research and practical advice.”
“Varun is a gifted lawyer with a brilliant mind for strategy advice. Working with his team means that a client gets legal++ benefits. Varun delivers the goods when it is needed the most.”
“He’s one of the best business-legal minds in the country. He has the ability to connect with entrepreneurs at their level of understanding while applying his legal skills to a scenario. The right mix of being smart and courageous.”
“It’s rare that you come across a standout legal wiz like Varun. I have been particularly impressed with his ability to distill the situation at hand into key issues and his comfort level with issues of industry’s immediate interests.”
“I have seen Varun’s journey from law school to leading known M&A and PE deals at India’s top law firm. His ability to have a vision ahead of its times and a strategic blend of mind to execute it - no less than an overnight success.”
What We Do
Strategic legal counsel across the full spectrum of corporate and technology law.
Entity formation, governance, regulatory compliance and general corporate counsel for startups to enterprises.
Learn More →Term sheets, SAFE/CCD instruments, fund formation, investor agreements and portfolio company counsel.
Learn More →End-to-end M&A advisory - due diligence, deal structuring, SPA drafting and post-merger integration.
Learn More →Technology, media and telecom advisory - licensing, content regulation, OTT, broadcasting and digital media law.
Learn More →Trademarks, patents, copyrights and IP strategy with advisory reach across India, UAE, US, EU, Singapore and PCT.
Learn More →DPDP Act, GDPR, UAE PDPL compliance - privacy policies, DPIAs, cross-border transfer mechanisms.
Learn More →AI regulation, Web3/blockchain, FinTech, EdTech, HealthTech - legal frameworks for technology-first businesses.
Learn More →Commercial disputes, IP litigation, international arbitration, enforcement of awards and emergency relief across jurisdictions.
Learn More →IT Act compliance, cybercrime advisory, incident response, CERT-In reporting, digital evidence and cybersecurity frameworks.
Learn More →New Economy Legal Practice
Global Presence
Delhi NCR · Mumbai · Bangalore · GIFT City
California · Delaware · New York
Dubai · Abu Dhabi
*In association with local counsel in respective jurisdictions where not directly licensed.
Our People
Co-founding Managing Partner, RSD Bajaj Global Law Firm
Ex-Managing Associate, Remfry & Sagar. Qualified Patent Attorney. Harvard Business School-edx certified in Data Privacy & Emerging Tech.
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Co-founding Managing Partner, RSD Bajaj Global Law Firm
Ex-Senior Attorney, Amarchand Mangaldas. Harvard Law School. Specialises in general corporate advisory, alternative investment funds, and venture capital.
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Find your solution across our practice areas. Select the challenge closest to your situation.
Get guidance on startup formation, funding rounds, term sheets, and investor relations.
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Explore →Litigation, arbitration, and mediation support for corporate disputes.
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