India at the Cusp of an Inclusive & Diverse IP Law Landscape

By: Rachita Sharma, Managing Editor | Saturday, 10 May 2025

Intellectual Property as a concept has emerged only in the 21st century but in the modern context IP law has gained massive prevalence. IP law has also undergone several refinements and evolutions lately. With innovation and creation reaching a peak in the current era, IP law has also been undergoing a revolution of sorts.

The Indian IP law landscape has developed rapidly with various new-age firms vying for the top spot. These firms are keeping up with the needs of the hour, one of which is the necessity of creating a ‘diverse & inclusive team’.

According to experts a diverse team bolsters an organization’s exposure to varied stories, perceptions, skills and ideas. This diversity is what inspires the creation of new ideas and innovation that can act as a differentiating factor for an organization.

We at Women Entrepreneurs Review magazine strongly believe in the power of creating a diverse and inclusive organization & industry on the whole. The current edition of the magazine highlights and celebrates the stories of some of the most prolific women in the Indian IP, copyright & trademark sector. These women are not just subject matter experts of their respective fields but are also the shining beacons of inclusivity and diversity in the Indian legal landscape.

One such name is Navlin Swain, Managing Partner at Eludication Advocates & Legal Consultants. Navlin, a trailblazer in IP and Trademark Protection, brings a diverse experience of dealing with innovative brand approach and creating brand awareness for companies. She has worked with various clients across numerous sectors resolving their counterfeiting issues.

In this edition also read about Kushbu Vijayvargi, Managing Partner, M &K Associates. She is a seasoned industry leader with expertise in corporate law compliances, intellectual property rights (IPR), management litigation, POSH compliance, amongst others. Driven by her determination and desire to excel, she is an accomplished Company Secretary, lawyer and a certified diamond grader.

Another prolific woman leader featured in this edition is Saltanat Jazbi, the Founder and Director of S Jazel IP Consultants. She is an experienced IPR expert, and a registered Indian Patent Agent with over 20 years of expertise in the IP field. Saltanat has worked in leading law firms, offering strategic patent services, business planning, operations, prosecutions, and enforcements across various jurisdictions.

In this edition also read about Ankita Singh, Founder, Sarvaank Associates, a corporate and transactional lawyer by profession. She is also a qualified Company Secretary. Practicing law for an extensive period, she has worked with diverse law firms while currently providing structuring & advisory services in venture capital and private equity transactions. She has won Forbes Legal Powerlist, Women Leadership Award by Maharashtra Government.

Read more about these amazing women leaders and the impact they have created on the Indian IP, trademark and copyright landscape.

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