Ionic Legal

Intellectual Property

Managing Associate

Chandni is a Managing Associate in our Intellectual Property team with over 10 years’ experience in the field. She has extensive expertise in managing trade mark and design portfolios, and prosecuting trade mark and design rights in the UK and abroad. In particular, she oversees some of the firm's largest portfolios, adeptly navigating the complexities of registration procedures worldwide. Chandni is dedicated to securing a balanced and cost-effective portfolio of rights that align with clients’ strategic and commercial goals, enabling them to pre-emptively address and resolve disputes. In addition, she is proficient in conducting clearance searches across the UK and internationally, ensuring new brands are legally clear for use. Her comprehensive approach equips clients with the confidence to protect their intellectual property assets proactively. Chandni also has significant experience of enforcing intellectual property rights in the UK, guiding clients through both civil and criminal proceedings. With previous roles at Cath Kidston and Jack Wills, Chandni offers invaluable insights into the challenges faced by in-house legal teams, positioning herself as a trusted advisor. Chandni is fluent in Gujarati and Hindi.