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Megha Gulati

@meghagulati

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Experienced IP professional with a focus on patent and trademark law.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a leadership role in a dynamic organization that values innovation and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am a performance-driven executive with over 18 years of progressive experience in Intellectual Property (IP) law, specializing in IP portfolio management, patent prosecution, and litigation. My career has been marked by a proven track record of successfully managing over 15,000 applications across various jurisdictions, including India, the U.S., Europe, and Asia. I leverage my unique blend of legal acumen and technical expertise to protect clients' intellectual property and drive strategic initiatives that align with their business goals.

As a forward-thinking leader, I have effectively led teams in high-pressure environments, fostering growth and success within the organization. My role as a trusted advisor has allowed me to build strong relationships with clients across diverse industries, including agriculture, healthcare, and technology. I am passionate about mentoring and developing talent within my teams, ensuring that we deliver exceptional results while maintaining the highest ethical standards in all our dealings.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Partner (D), Practice Head, Intellectual Property

Current

Luthra and Luthra Law Offices India

Jun 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)

Spearheaded the IP Practice of the Firm, focusing on business generation, client development, and managing existing clientele. Provided strategic advisories and counsel to clients across the entire IP spectrum, including Patent, Trademark, Copyright, Design, and PVP.

IP Practice Leadership Business Development Client Management IP Litigation Quality Assurance Strategic Planning Conflict Resolution Negotiation

Principal Associate, Intellectual Property

Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co.

Apr 2017 - Present (8 years 5 months)

Independently managed the firm's entire IP Prosecution Portfolio, providing comprehensive client support and counsel throughout project lifecycles. Led and mentored a team of Associates and Paralegals, overseeing work products across diverse IP verticals and subject matter domains.

Trademark Design PVP Team Leadership Business Development Strategic Planning Legal Research Negotiation Problem Solving

Senior Associate, Intellectual Property

Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co.

Sep 2015 - Present (10 years)

Managed the firm's IP Prosecution Portfolio and provided client support and counsel across the full IP spectrum. Actively participated in pitching to prospective clients and contributed to business development for the firm's IP portfolio.

IP Counseling Trademark Design PVP Business Development Legal Research Client Relationship Management Strategic Planning

Patent Attorney

R. K. Dewan and Co.

Apr 2013 - Present (12 years 5 months)

Mentored teams, managed projects, and handled client interactions for invention disclosure meetings and scope analysis. Drafted specifications, conducted patent searches and analytics, and assisted in patent litigation matters.

Patent Attorney Mentoring Project Management Client Management Patentability Searches Patent Prosecution Invention Disclosure

Patent Associate

R. K. Dewan and Co.

Apr 2011 - Present (14 years 5 months)

Mentored teams and managed client relationships while drafting specifications for patent applications. Provided analysis and opinions on various patent search projects and supervised the preparation and filing of patent applications.

Patent Associate Mentoring Client Management Application Filing Intellectual Property Law Legal Research Project supervision

Patent Analyst

R. K. Dewan and Co.

Dec 2009 - Present (15 years 9 months)

Mentored and coached junior team members, drafted specifications, and conducted various patent searches and analytics. These included landscaping, competitive intelligence, technology trends, freedom to operate analysis, infringement analysis, and invalidation analysis.

Patent Analyst Mentoring Coaching Patentability Searches Competitive Intelligence Patent Infringement Analysis Invalidation Analysis

Research Associate

PatInt Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.

Apr 2008 - Present (17 years 5 months)

Managed teams and projects, focusing on drafting specifications for intellectual property. Conducted extensive patent searches and analytics to support various client needs.

Research Associate Team Management Project Management Patentability Searches Data Analysis Technical Writing

IP Analyst

PatInt Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.

Jan 2007 - Present (18 years 8 months)

Performed patent searches and analytics to support intellectual property initiatives. Contributed to the initial stages of IP analysis and data gathering.

IP Analyst Patentability Searches Information Retrieval