Harsh Raj

IP and Technology Law professional with 5+ years of academic training and hands-on experience in trademark prosecution, IP due diligence, and brand protection strategy. Demonstrated track record across Tier-1 IP firms (Saikrishna & Associates, Remfry & Sagar), industry bodies (FICCI), and independent practice. Currently pursuing LLM in Law and Technology at NLSIU Bengaluru.

Proficient in drafting pleadings, examination reports, cease & desist notices, and providing end-to-end trademark lifecycle management. Certified by WIPO, EUIPO, UNOOSA, and DPIIT.

Legal Associate – Trademark & IP - Saikrishna & Associates - New Delhi

(2026-02)

• Conducted trademark clearance searches and risk assessments; prepared detailed search reports identifying conflicting marks and advising on filing strategy.
• Drafted prosecution history estoppel analyses evaluating claim scope limitations and downstream litigation implications.
• Performed domain name investigations and WHOIS-based due diligence for brand enforcement matters.
• Prepared structured case law briefs covering facts, issues, arguments, judicial reasoning, and precedents for both litigation and advisory mandates.

Freelance Legal Associate – Intellectual Property - Independent Practice - New Delhi / Bengaluru, India

(2024-07)

• Managed end-to-end trademark prosecution for 'MetaNinza' and 'OMM': clearance search, TM-A application drafting, class selection advisory, and e-filing on the IP India portal.
• Advised start-up and MSME clients on mark distinctiveness, class strategy, and long-term IP portfolio management.
• Drafted client declarations and supporting documentation; liaisoned with the Trademark Registry throughout prosecution.

Legal Intern – IP Policy & Anti-Counterfeiting - FICCI (Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry) - New Delhi

(2023-11 - 2024-12)

• Drafted the 8th MASCRADE International Forum Report—a flagship anti-smuggling and anti-counterfeiting publication.
• Assisted in reviewing and analysing the Draft Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2023, identifying key changes to procedural timelines and third-party rights.
• Served as core organising member for a national police training programme on anti-counterfeiting enforcement.
• Researched global trends in illicit trade, brand piracy, and counterfeiting for policy briefs.

Legal Intern – Trademark Litigation - Remfry & Sagar - New Delhi

(2024-05 - 2024-05)

• Drafted 10+ legal instruments including pleadings, examination report replies, cease & desist notices, interlocutory applications, investigation reports, and written statements.
• Gained real-time exposure to trademark prosecution and enforcement strategy before the Delhi High Court and IP India.

Legal Research Intern - SpicyIP

(2024-01 - 2024-01)

• Researched key provisions of the Patents Act 1970 and Patent Rules 2003 (ss. 3, 10, 11A, 25, 48) and the Trade Marks Act 1999 and Copyright Act 1957.
• Analysed landmark decisions including Novartis AG v. Union of India and F. Hoffmann-La Roche v. Cipla Ltd., focusing on patentability standards, infringement, and enforcement mechanisms in India.

Legal Intern – Trademark Prosecution - United & United (IPR) - New Delhi

(2023-06 - 2023-06)

• Researched provisions under ss. 17, 28, 29, and 32 of the Trade Marks Act 1999 and the Geneva Convention Act 1960.
• Drafted replies to Examination Reports, Cease & Desist Notices, and Affidavits under Rules 45 and 47 of the Trade Marks Rules 2017.
• Conducted searches on the Trademark Registry portal and compiled prosecution records.

LLM - Law and Technology - National Law School of India University (NLSIU) (2025 - 2026)

BBA LLB (Hons.) - Corporate Law - Chanakya National Law University (CNLU) (2020 - 2025)

BA (Hons.) - Economics - Banaras Hindu University (BHU) (2019 - 2019)

Class XII & X - CBSE - Sainik School Nalanda (2011 - 2018)