LexDita Web Conference: Eco-IP: Protecting Sustainable Innovation in the Age of AI
by LexDita
The LexDita Web Conference on "Eco-IP: Protecting Sustainable Innovation in the Age of AI" is an international virtual event scheduled for July 12, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM IST. Organized by LexDita, a leading law firm specializing in intellectual property and corporate law, this conference aims to bring together legal professionals, corporate counsels, regulators, and innovators to discuss the evolving landscape of law, intellectual property, and international cooperation in the context of sustainable innovation and artificial intelligence.
Key topics to be covered include bio-upcycling of dairy waste into smart bioplastics, AI-generated content and intellectual property rights, licensing and IP valuation for startups and creators, AI-driven autonomous vehicles and associated patent and liability challenges, data, algorithms, and trade secrets, digital piracy and enforcement tools in streaming and gaming, IP monetization through licensing, franchising, and technology transfer, and the patent lifecycle and ecosystem for youth and IP.
The conference will feature notable speakers such as Mr. Kevin Fournier, Director and Intellectual Property Lawyer from the UK; Ms. Darshi Mankad, Managing Associate at Y. J. Trivedi & Co; Ms. Jyoti Chauhan, Technical Member of the National IPR Council and advisor to the Ministry of MSME, Government of India; and Mr. Ramit Bose, Managing Associate at LexDita. Attendees will have opportunities for networking with legal leaders, access to expert talks and recordings, and will receive an e-certificate from NIPAM.
This event is ideal for legal professionals, corporate counsels, regulators, innovators, startups, and academics interested in the intersection of intellectual property, sustainable innovation, and artificial intelligence. Participants will gain valuable insights into current challenges and opportunities in protecting sustainable innovations in the AI era.
Speakers(10)
Darshi Mankad
Managing Associate at Y. J. Trivedi & Co
Darshi leads the Trademark Opposition-Rectification Department with over half a decade of experience, excelling in trademark prosecution, opposition, and cancellation proceedings, and providing strategic advice on brand adoption and portfolio management.
Esther Rije
Founder at KE State Advisory
Esther is a WIPO-Certified IP Trainer with international expertise, leading initiatives in intellectual property capacity building across Kenya and East Africa, and focusing on strengthening IP frameworks to support innovation and sustainable development.
Gunjan Chawla Arora
Assistant Professor (IP Law) at Institute of Law, Nirma University
Gunjan is a distinguished academician and researcher in Intellectual Property Law, actively engaged in teaching, research, and mentoring students, with research interests encompassing innovation policy, digital copyright, patent law, and the interface between IP and emerging technologies.
Jyoti Chauhan
Technical Member-National IPR Council, Knowledge Partner-IPR, IPR Expert/Mentor, Advisor at Ministry of MSME, Govt. of India
Jyoti is a seasoned Patent & Trademark Agent with over 17 years of expertise across various sectors, serving as a Senior Consultant to multiple industries and MNCs, and holding key advisory roles such as Deputy President of CIMSME and Council Member of the National IPR Council (WICCI).
Kevin Fournier
Director, Intellectual Property Lawyer at Kevin J Fournier, Intellectual Property Legal Services Ltd, UK
Kevin has over 35 years of experience in the IP field, starting as a USPTO Patent Examiner, then working at two US law firms, before joining IBM’s IP Legal department in the UK for 25 years, and finally founding his own law firm to assist technology clients with patent work, licensing, and IP-related transactions.
Prashant Dhodapkar
Retired Chief General Manager (R&D) at Oil India Limited, Freelance Patent Professional
Prashant is a seasoned professional with over three decades of experience in research, development, and intellectual property, specializing in patent drafting, filing, and innovation management across technology domains, particularly in the oil & gas and energy sectors.
Rajat Dutta
Founder Partner at LexDita | Legal Tech Meet
Rajat is the Founder and Managing Partner of LexDita, specializing in intellectual property, technology law, and corporate advisory services, with a decade of experience advising clients on trademarks, copyrights, patents, and IP litigation.
Ramit Bose
Managing Associate at LexDita
Ramit is the Director and Head of Initiatives at United People Global (UPG), with extensive leadership experience across global service sector organizations, startups, and IT consulting companies, and a passion for entrepreneurship, mentorship, and strategic growth.
Richa Saraf
Head - Legal and Compliance at Merlin Holdings Pvt. Ltd.
Utsav Mukherjee
Law Office Founder - IP, TMT, Regulatory & Commercial Law at Panel Counsel for Powergrid Corporation of India Limited
Utsav is the founder of a boutique law firm specializing in Intellectual Property, TMT, Regulatory & Commercial Law, with experience in landmark constitutional cases and notable IP enforcement actions against counterfeiters on platforms like Flipkart.
Event Details
- Date
- July 12, 2025
- Location
- 🇮🇳 India
- Pricing
- $3 - $15
- Audience
- Legal professionals, corporate counsels, regulators, innovators, startups, academics.