Abhishek is a Partner with RNA, Technology and IP Attorneys and joined RNA in 2009.
Abhishek is a seasoned professional in advising clients of diverse sectors on a wide range of Intellectual Property (IP) and Information Technology (IT) issues in India as well as the Indian Sub-continent. Abhishek has closely worked with individuals, start-ups, Indian corporates and Fortune 500 companies in relation to brand clearance, IP protection and enforcement, pre-litigation mediation, IP due diligence, IP commercialisation, drafting and vetting of contracts, Information Technology Rules, 2021 and recent amendments, evolving e-commerce regulations, drafting of Brand Usage Policy, Privacy Policy etc.
With over 18 years of experience, Abhishek has been instrumental in developing creative strategies best suited to the business needs and is an expert in handling contentious and non-contentious matters before various forums, advertising/media clearance and advising practical issues surrounding misleading advertising practices in India. Abhishek has successfully handled several Domain Name Disputes before WIPO and .IN Registry and has also successfully assisted various brand owners in numerous show cause hearings, opposition and cancellation matters, obtaining well-known declaration before the Trademarks office and proceedings before the Regional Director at the Ministry of Company Affairs. Abhishek has been adjudged as a "Recommended Lawyer" and "Key Lawyer" by Legal 500 and the clients' feedback refer to him as a great lawyer with an innovative and dynamic skillset and an absolute fountain of knowledge on Trademark Law. (https://www.legal500.com/rankings/ranking/c-india/intellectual-property/intellectual-property/233814-rna-technology-and-ip-attorneys )
He regularly writes articles that have been published in print and electronic media including ENISHI magazine by the Japan Patent office, International Trademarks Association, Trademark Lawyer Magazine, Managing IP, Lexology, World Trademark Review etc. and has addressed custom and police officials, Chartered Accountants, law institutes, government organizations on IT Law, IP protection, IP prosecution, IP enforcement and IP issues in cyberspace and is also active on LinkedIn. Abhishek has also been covered on the SuperLawyer portal.
Abhishek is an active member of INTA – Data Protection Committee and Asian Patent Attorneys Association (APAA).
Year Joined Firm: 2009
Education/Alumni: LL.B. (Hons.) from Amity Law School, Delhi
Network Memberships:
- International Trademarks Association (INTA)
- Asian Patent Attorneys Association (APAA)
- Marques
