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Varalakshmi Makyam joins NovoJuris Legal as Partner in Intellectual Property Rights Practice
Varalakshmi Makyam joins NovoJuris Legal as Partner in Intellectual Property Rights Practice
She is considered a multi-disciplinary professional in the field
NovoJuris Legal has announced the addition of Varalakshmi Makyam as a partner to strengthen its intellectual property rights practice.
Makyam specializes in copyright and trademark registration, drafting patent specifications, and filing patent applications. Her expertise covers both Indian and global patent systems, including the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and the European Patent Organization (EPO).
She manages patent prosecution, crafting responses to examination reports, and distinguishing inventions from prior art. Makyam also represents clients in IPR infringement cases in high Courts and district Courts.
On her joining, Ashwin Bhat, the partner at the firm expressed, “IPRs are at the core of the innovation economy, playing a pivotal role in fostering creativity, protecting innovation, and incentivizing investment in research and development. It is intricately connected to various practice areas that our firm caters to, making it a critical aspect of our client’s business strategy. With Makyam taking charge of growing this practice, we will continue to encourage inventors, artists, and entrepreneurs to invest their time and resources into developing new ideas, products, and services.”
He added, “Makyam’s proficiency extends to the art of argumentation, enabling her to accentuate and exemplify the patentability of the subject inventions. She also brings expertise in contentious matters as she has been representing organizations before the high Courts and the district Courts in a diverse array of IPR infringement matters.”
Makyam stated, “The firm's focus on technology companies provides a fertile ground for growing our IP practice. It enables us to develop expertise, offer strategic counseling, and expand our client base in a fast-paced and innovation-driven sector. This specialization not only benefits the firm but also contributes to the success and protection of the technology companies we serve.”
She further stated, “It also allows us to stay at the forefront of emerging technologies and market trends. I am to better assist our firm’s clients in identifying patentable inventions, advising on IP strategies, and securing patents that protect their innovations.”
In 2016, Makyam’s journey began as a Registered Patent Agent. A year later, she enrolled at the Telangana Bar. She holds a master’s degree in computer science in addition to her legal qualifications. This makes her a unique and multi-disciplinary professional in the IPR field.