Joint ownership of intellectual property assets is a useful ownership structure in some cases. While this arrangement can lead to significant benefits—like shared risks, access to new markets, and pooling of capital—its complexities cannot be ove...



Bharadwaj Jaishankar
Partner, Bengaluru
Bharadwaj
co-leads the Intellectual Property Practice at INDUSLAW, bringing over
15 years of experience in the protection, enforcement, and
commercialization of
intellectual property assets.
His
career spans leadership roles at top-tier IP law firms in India and an
in-house position as IP and Innovation Counsel for a global FMCG giant,
where he oversaw
intellectual property and innovation-related legal matters across the
APAC region. He has played a pivotal role in precedent-setting judgments
before Indian courts and has advised a diverse clientele across
industries, including technology, media, FMCG, manufacturing,
e-commerce, software, and finance.
His expertise spans trademark, copyright, patent, design law, and trade secrets, along with emerging areas such as internet law, digital assets, and brand protection. His approach integrates deep legal acumen with a strong commercial focus, helping clients navigate the complexities of IP law while maximizing the value of their intangible assets. At INDUSLAW, he advises on IP strategy, enforcement, due diligence, audits, and structuring in corporate and commercial transactions, helping clients navigate complex legal landscapes while maximizing the value of their IP assets. He has also handle.
A
recognized thought leader in the field, Bharadwaj is a visiting faculty
member at a premier Indian law university and a regular speaker at
national and international
conferences. He is an active member of the International Trademark
Association (INTA) and currently serves on INTA’s Internet Committee.
His insights are frequently featured in leading national and
international publications.
Bharadwaj has been consistently ranked as a top IP lawyer by Legal 500, IP Stars, WTR 1000, AsiaIP, and ALB, with notable accolades including Trademarks Star (IP Stars), Leading Individual (WTR 1000), and Top 100 IP Experts in India (AsiaIP).
Beyond work, Bharadwaj is an ardent Star Wars and LEGO enthusiast.
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