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Priyada Ramachandra Menon

Kitchener,ON

Summary

Seasoned legal professional with over 7 years of comprehensive experience in the legal field, specializing in trademark law. Proven expertise as a lawyer, trademark examiner, and trademark hearing officer. Adept at legal analysis, case management, and adjudicating trademark disputes. Seeking a challenging legal position where I can leverage my extensive knowledge and skills in trademark law, client representation, and legal research to contribute to a dynamic legal team.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Part-time Freelancer

Bridging Borders With Inmates
Toronto, Ontario
06.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with team members to develop creative ideas for upcoming projects.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Organized client meetings to provide project updates.
  • Implemented strategies to take advantage of new opportunities.
  • Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.

Trainer Resource Person

Kerala Law Academy Law College
Trivandrum, Kerala, India
05.2024 - 05.2024
  • Collaborated with academic staff to develop and update course materials, including lectures, case studies, and practical exercises, focusing on trademark law and practice.
  • Delivered lectures and conducted interactive workshops on various aspects of trademark law, including registration, enforcement, litigation, and international trademark protection.
  • Provided guidance and mentorship to students, helping them understand complex legal concepts and prepare for exams and practical assessments.
  • Assisted in designing a comprehensive curriculum that covers the theoretical and practical aspects of trademark law, ensuring alignment with industry standards and legal requirements.
  • Invited industry experts to provide guest lectures and seminars, enriching the learning experience with real-world insights and professional perspectives.
  • Designed and graded exams, assignments, and practical exercises to assess student understanding and proficiency in trademark law.
  • Curated and provided access to key legal resources, research materials, and databases relevant to trademark law and practice.
  • Organized continuing education opportunities, such as workshops and webinars, to help students and alumni stay updated on the latest developments in trademark law.
  • Facilitated networking opportunities for students with industry professionals, including organizing events, seminars, and career fairs.

Trademark Attorney

Self Employed
Ernakulam, Kerala, India
04.2023 - 04.2024
  • Drafted and reviewed pleadings, motions, briefs and other legal documents for court filings.
  • Provided expert legal advice and consultation to clients on trademark registration, protection, and enforcement strategies.
  • Assisted clients with the preparation, filing, and prosecution of trademark applications, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
  • Conducted comprehensive trademark searches to identify potential conflicts and assess the registrability of proposed trademarks.
  • Represented clients in trademark opposition and cancellation proceedings before trademark offices and tribunals.
  • Handled trademark infringement litigation, including drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, and representing clients in court.
  • Drafted and negotiated trademark licensing agreements, coexistence agreements, and other related contracts.
  • Advised clients on brand management strategies, including trademark portfolio management and enforcement of trademark rights.
  • Engaged in alternative dispute resolution methods, such as mediation and arbitration, to settle trademark disputes amicably.
  • Conducted in-depth legal research on trademark laws, regulations, and case precedents to support client representation and case strategy.
  • Provided training sessions and seminars for clients and industry professionals on trademark law and best practices.
  • Developed case strategy plans based on the evidence presented by client's witnesses.

Trademark Hearing Officer

Trademark Registry of India
Chennai, India, Tamil <span style="border-bottom: 2px dashed #cf4343; padding-bottom: 1.2px;">Nadu</span>
05.2022 - 03.2023
  • Conducted formal hearings on trademark disputes, including opposition proceedings, cancellations, and appeals.
  • Analyzed evidence, legal arguments, and relevant trademark laws to make informed and impartial decisions on trademark cases.
  • Drafted detailed written decisions, including findings of fact, conclusions of law, and legal reasoning to support rulings.
  • Reviewed case files, pleadings, and submissions from parties involved, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of each case.
  • Facilitated pre-hearing conferences to clarify issues, establish procedural schedules, and promote settlement discussions.
  • Conducted in-depth legal research on trademark laws, regulations, and relevant case precedents to support decision-making
  • Maintained clear and professional communication with parties, legal representatives, and other stakeholders throughout the hearing process.
  • Contributed to the development and updating of hearing procedures, policies, and guidelines to ensure fairness and consistency.
  • Maintained accurate records of all proceedings and decisions made.
  • Heard testimony from witnesses and evaluated their credibility.
  • Ensured that all parties had an opportunity to present their arguments fully.
  • Assisted with settlement negotiations between conflicting parties.
  • Researched and analyzed laws and statutes to assist in making just decisions.
  • Examined and approved licenses, renewal applications and transfer requests.

Trademark Examiner

Trademark Registry of India
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
04.2019 - 04.2022
  • Ensured that all required notifications were sent out promptly following decisions on claims.
  • Recommended appropriate actions based on review findings including denial or approval of trademark applications.
  • Evaluated eligibility of applied marks based on analysis of case facts and application of applicable laws.
  • Verified application data and account information against legal documentation to determine accuracy and integrity.
  • Conducted comprehensive reviews of trademark applications to ensure compliance with legal and procedural requirements.
  • Performed detailed searches to identify potential conflicts with existing trademarks using various databases and resources.
  • Evaluated applications for distinctiveness, descriptiveness, and likelihood of confusion with existing marks, ensuring adherence to trademark laws.
  • Approved or rejected trademark applications based on thorough analysis, providing clear and detailed legal justifications for each decision.
  • Kept updated with changes in trademark laws, regulations, and relevant court decisions to ensure examinations aligned with current legal standards.
  • Worked closely with other trademark examiners, legal professionals, and administrative staff to facilitate efficient processing of trademark applications.
  • Provided guidance and information to applicants, legal representatives, and the public regarding trademark procedures and laws.

Lawyer

M/s <span style="border-bottom: 2px dashed #cf4343; padding-bottom: 1.2px;">Babu</span> S Nair & Co.
Ernakulam, Kerala
08.2016 - 02.2019
  • Attended hearings in order to present evidence or make arguments before judges or juries.
  • Negotiated settlements of civil disputes between parties.
  • Researched new developments in the field of law in order to maintain a professional knowledge base.
  • Analyzed complex legal issues and provided advice to clients.
  • Interpreted statutes, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses.
  • Presented court cases to jurors and judges.
  • Examined legal data to determine the advisability of defending or prosecuting lawsuits.
  • Drafted wills, powers of attorney, trusts and estate planning documents.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on various aspects of case preparation.
  • Represented clients in court proceedings by examining witnesses and presenting evidence.
  • Explained technical aspects of legal matters in an understandable manner to non-lawyers.
  • Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations and court decisions.
  • Spearheaded negotiations to settle cases before trials.
  • Conducted thorough interviews of prospective jurors as part of voir dire process to assess for competency and biases, making for-cause challenges to dismiss unfit candidates.

Education

Masters in Law (LLM) - Intellectual Property Rights

School of Law, Pondicherry University
Puducherry, India
06-2016

BALLB (5 Year Course) - Law Studies

Kerala Law Academy, University of Kerala
Trivandrum, India
06-2015

Post Graduate Certificate Course - Fraud Investigation And Risk Management

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ON

Skills

  • Legal Research and Review
  • Dispute Mediation
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Strong teaching and public speaking abilities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Skilled in research and use of legal databases and resources
  • Strong organizational and networking abilities
  • Trademark infringement
  • Intellectual Property Law
  • Legal Research
  • Case interpretation
  • Legal Analysis
  • Mediation

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Elementary
Malayalam
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • Certified and Licensed Lawyer in India

Accomplishments

  • Successfully selected to the position of Hearing Officer of Trademarks while serving as a Trademark Examiner, recognizing my expertise in trademark law, thorough examination skills, and ability to adjudicate complex trademark disputes effectively.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Part-time Freelancer

Bridging Borders With Inmates
06.2024 - Current

Trainer Resource Person

Kerala Law Academy Law College
05.2024 - 05.2024

Trademark Attorney

Self Employed
04.2023 - 04.2024

Trademark Hearing Officer

Trademark Registry of India
05.2022 - 03.2023

Trademark Examiner

Trademark Registry of India
04.2019 - 04.2022

Lawyer

M/s <span style="border-bottom: 2px dashed #cf4343; padding-bottom: 1.2px;">Babu</span> S Nair & Co.
08.2016 - 02.2019

Masters in Law (LLM) - Intellectual Property Rights

School of Law, Pondicherry University

BALLB (5 Year Course) - Law Studies

Kerala Law Academy, University of Kerala

Post Graduate Certificate Course - Fraud Investigation And Risk Management

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning

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