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English
Hindi
Biography
Raka Roy is a Partner and Head of the Intellectual Property and Data Protection practice at Galadari Advocates & Legal Consultants. With nearly 18 years of experience in the Middle East, she is widely recognised for her pragmatic, solutions-driven approach to complex and sensitive matters, particularly in intellectual property, data protection, and privacy.
She advises a diverse portfolio of clients across industries including automotive, healthcare, engineering, FMCG, food, and retail. In addition to leading the firm's IP and Data Protection practice, Raka has significant experience in employment law, regularly supporting clients on HR advisory matters, contentious disputes, and compliance with local labour regulations. She also collaborates closely with corporate, family, and dispute resolution teams to deliver holistic legal solutions.
A registered patent agent with the Indian Patent Office and an active member of the International Trademark Association Leadership Program, Raka is a frequent speaker at international legal and industry forums.
Her professional excellence has been widely recognised. She is ranked Band 4 for Intellectual Property in the UAE by Chambers and Partners, named a Notable Practitioner by Managing IP, shortlisted for the LexisNexis Women in Law Awards, and featured among the Powerful Indian Women in Intellectual Property by the World IP Forum.
She advises a diverse portfolio of clients across industries including automotive, healthcare, engineering, FMCG, food, and retail. In addition to leading the firm's IP and Data Protection practice, Raka has significant experience in employment law, regularly supporting clients on HR advisory matters, contentious disputes, and compliance with local labour regulations. She also collaborates closely with corporate, family, and dispute resolution teams to deliver holistic legal solutions.
A registered patent agent with the Indian Patent Office and an active member of the International Trademark Association Leadership Program, Raka is a frequent speaker at international legal and industry forums.
Her professional excellence has been widely recognised. She is ranked Band 4 for Intellectual Property in the UAE by Chambers and Partners, named a Notable Practitioner by Managing IP, shortlisted for the LexisNexis Women in Law Awards, and featured among the Powerful Indian Women in Intellectual Property by the World IP Forum.
Key Practice Areas
- Copyright & Related Rights
- Intellectual Property
- Trade Mark
Sector Expertise
- Consumer Goods and Services
- FMCG
- Government and Public Policy
- Retail
- Tourism
Education / Alumni
- Bachelor of Commerce, Annamalai University, India (2001)
- LLB, Faculty of Law, Calcutta University, India (2000)
Bar Admissions
- Registered Patent Agent, Indian Patent Office
Address:
Tel:+971 4 377 8100
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Website:https://galadarilaw.com/lawyer/raka-roy/
Al Ghubaiba Rd, Al Souq Al Kabeer, Al Fahidi, Dubai
United Arab Emirates
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