PAVITHRAA JK
Lawyer
Bangalore
Summary
AIBE-Qualified Advocate and Patent Associate with 1+ year of hands-on experience in patent drafting, prosecution, and IP portfolio management for technology-driven innovations. Strong expertise in Indian Patent Act, 1970, FER responses, claim drafting, prior art searches, FTO analysis, and PCT/WIPO filings. Proven ability to collaborate with inventors, engineers, and R&D teams to convert complex technical concepts into legally enforceable patents. Combines a law background with computer science expertise, making her highly effective in handling technology and software-related patents.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
5
5
Languages
Work History
AIBE – All India Bar Examination Qualified Advocat
Enrollment : Tamil Nadu & Puducherry Bar Council
12.2025 - 12.2025
Patent Lawyer / Patent Associate
Technology-Focused IP Practice
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Drafted and reviewed provisional and complete patent specifications, aligned with statutory compliance, and long-term enforceability.
- Conducted prior art searches and patentability assessments to support strategic filing and prosecution decisions.
- Drafted and supported FER responses before the Indian Patent Office, addressing objections on novelty, inventive step, and clarity.
- Led claim drafting and amendments to balance scope, enforceability, and infringement risk.
- Supported freedom-to-operate (FTO) analysis and preliminary infringement assessments for product development.
- Worked closely with inventors, engineers, and R&D stakeholders to translate technical disclosures into commercially relevant patent assets.
- Assisted in patent portfolio reviews and IP due diligence to support a business and risk-aligned IP strategy.
- 1 year, 4 months of experience.
Legal Intern
Under Advocate D. Jana – Salem
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and risk mitigation.
- Conducted detailed legal research and prepared structured summaries supporting advisory work.
- Gained practical exposure to documentation discipline and statutory interpretation, strengthening patent law fundamentals.
- Attended court hearings, developing a deeper understanding of trial procedures and advocacy strategies.
- Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
Technical Support Engineer
PowerSchool
06.2022 - Current
- Developed strong technical comprehension, documentation precision, and stakeholder communication skills.
- Worked in compliance-sensitive environments, supporting structured issue analysis and resolution.
- 3.5+ years
- (Experience leveraged for technical understanding in patent work.)
Education
Enrolled Advocate -
Tamil Nadu And Puducherry Bar Council
Tamilnadu 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) - Law
B.M.S College of Law
Karnataka 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Sona College of Arts And Science
Salem, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Patent drafting proficiency
Claim drafting expertise
Patent search and analysis
FER Analysis & Response Drafting
FTO risk analysis
Infringement Risk Assessment (Preliminary)
Patent Portfolio Management & IP Due Diligence
Knowledge of Indian Patent Act, 1970
PCT & WIPO Filing Framework
Patent evaluation tools
Certification
WIPO Academy – Intellectual Property
Interests
In-House Patent Lawyer, Patent Prosecution & Portfolio Strategy, Technology & Product-Based MNCs
Timeline
AIBE – All India Bar Examination Qualified Advocat
Enrollment : Tamil Nadu & Puducherry Bar Council
12.2025 - 12.2025
Technical Support Engineer
PowerSchool
06.2022 - Current
Patent Lawyer / Patent Associate
Technology-Focused IP Practice
01.2022 - 03.2023
Legal Intern
Under Advocate D. Jana – Salem
01.2022 - 03.2023
Enrolled Advocate -
Tamil Nadu And Puducherry Bar Council
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) - Law
B.M.S College of Law
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Sona College of Arts And Science
04.2001 -