Swapnil is a distinguished intellectual property (IP) professional, advocate, and registered patent agent with 15+ years of experience in Intellectual Property Rights (IPR). As the Founding & Managing Partner of IP Shastra, he leads the firm’s IPR practice, representing top Indian and global business brands in IP matters, infringement issues, contract law, and anti-counterfeiting strategies. With a dual background in technology and law, Swapnil holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Information Technology. He is a Registered Patent Agent under the Indian Patent Office, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce, Government of India, and an Advocate registered with the Bar Council of India. His expertise spans the entire spectrum of IP drafting, prosecution, commercialization, licensing, and valuation, offering comprehensive legal solutions tailored to protect and maximize the value of intellectual assets. Swapnil heads a dedicated team that provides end-to-end services in patents, trademarks, copyrights, industrial designs, contract law and commercial law advisory. He plays a pivotal role in structuring IP-centric agreements and contracts, ensuring businesses safeguard their innovations effectively. Beyond legal practice, Swapnil is an active angel investor, offering seed funding and strategic guidance to start-ups and individuals with ground breaking ideas. He is also a renowned speaker and educator, frequently conducting specialized training programs and workshops at prestigious institutions like IITs, MIT, PCCOE, PICT, YCCM University, Amity University, and Pune University. His training initiatives empower faculty members, R&D professionals, and industry experts with deep insights into IPR, fostering a culture of innovation and growth. With his blend of legal expertise, technical acumen, and business foresight, Swapnil remains at the forefront of intellectual property law, helping businesses and innovators navigate the evolving IP landscape with confidence.