Our Team.

Meet Mr. Sanjay H. Sethiya - Visionary Leader of Law Square

Founding Partner of Law Square

Sanjay Sethiya is the founder at Law Square, Advocates & Solicitors. Practicing since 2008, he has demonstrated proficiency across various facets of the industry, with a focus on Civil and Commercial Dispute Resolution, Intellectual Property Rights and Litigation, Insolvency and Bankruptcy Practice, Real Estate, and Construction Contracts. His expertise extends across Supreme Court proceedings, High Court litigations, and appearances before various tribunals across the country.

 

He possesses a well-established track record in legal practice, with a primary focus on sectors such as Infrastructure, Building and Construction, Information and Communication Technology, Health Care & Life Sciences, Energy & Petro-Chemical, Education, Hospitality, Fashion, Jewellery & Cosmetics businesses, NGOs. His   clientele includes publicly listed entities, multinational conglomerates, and regional corporates.

Key work highlights

  • Successfully represented one of the fastest growing FMCG companies against a decade-long trademark opposition and hence contributing to the client’s growth as one of the leader producers in the industry.
  • Represented a leading player in Bangalore real estate industry client regarding delays in project delivery, ensuring the project’s financial stability and reinforcing the company’s reputation and compliance with the real estate sector.
  • Represented a client in a trademark dispute and securing favourable court order that restored the client’s trademark rights and business operation.
  • Represented a cancer hospital in resolving disturbances caused by a neighbouring Bar & Restaurant by successfully securing relocation orders.
  • Represented a major EdTech company in a 35 million USD commercial suit and securing a favourable court order.

Notable Social Contributions

Sanjay also spends considerable time on his pro bono initiatives particularly those involving legal issues, by organizing seminars & workshops on varied subjects of law,  through his community organizations JITO (Jain International Trade Organization), a global community of Jain industrialists, businessmen, and professionals committed to promoting economic prosperity and community welfare & TPF (Terapanth Professional Forum), a non-profit organization that brings together professionals from various fields and aims to provide a platform for networking, professional development, and community service among its members, fostering both personal and professional growth while promoting ethical values and social responsibility .

Furthermore, Sanjay has taken on court litigations on issues of public importance, striving for common justice and broader societal benefits.

 

Publications & Honors

  • Authored, “Handbook on Asset Financing Business” covering legal position in the State of Karnataka.
  • Authored, ‘’Handbook for Karnataka Hire Purchase Association” covering legal position of Hire Purchase Business in the State of Karnataka
  • Presented Paper on “Legal Education – Need for Streamlining in India” featured inleading Indian Law Journals “All India Reporter (AIR)” & “Karnataka Law Journal (KLJ)” (read here)
  • Frequent Speaker, on IP Laws & varied subjects at Advocates Association, Bengaluru, Alliance University, CMR University, Bishop Cottons, BMS College of Law, RV College, KLE Colleges, IFIM College of Law, Jain International Trade Organisation, Terapanth Professional Forum, Karnataka Hire Purchase Association, etc.

Memberships

 

  • 2022-24 – Director, Jain International Trade Organization
  • 2020 – Mediator, JATF ADR Centre, SULAH & MAADHYAM, New Delhi
  • 2020 – Star Speaker, TSMT Academy
  • 2018-22 – Legal Cell Convenor, Terapanth Professional Forum
  • 2013 – Patron Member, Jain International Trade Organization
  • 2010 – Fellow Member, Terapanth Professional Forum
  • 2008 – Karnataka State Bar Council

Meet Mrs. Sheetal Sethiya

Managing Partner of Law Square

Sheetal Sethiya, Managing Partner Law Square, Advocates & Solicitors is renowned for her specialization in intellectual property law. With a robust career spanning over a decade, Sheetal has played a pivotal role in shaping Law Square’s IP practice. Through her leadership and strategic acumen, she has been instrumental in enhancing the firm’s capabilities and market presence.

 

Under Sheetal’s leadership, Law Square has attracted a diverse portfolio of high-profile clients seeking her expert counsel in intellectual property matters. She has successfully navigated complex legal landscapes, helping clients protect and enhance their brand value through strategic trademark registration, copyright protection, and comprehensive IP portfolio management.

 

She brings a wealth of expertise and leadership to her role, overseeing the firm’s intellectual property practices while also managing human resources and office administration. Her multifaceted approach ensures operational efficiency and client satisfaction, fostering substantial growth in the firm’s size and client base.

Key work highlights

  • Represented a startup in securing trademark registrations across 12 different classes.
  • Representing a pharmaceutical client, securing trademark registration, and defending its validity.
  • Successfully secured trademark registration for a client’s tiling business by overcoming objections with respect to the colour scheme.
  • Devised a comprehensive strategy to secure brand protection against competitor claims for an entrepreneur in the sealants industry.

 

Memberships:

  • 2020 – Teaching Faculty, Jolly Phonics (UK)
  • 2018 – Teaching Faculty, Jainism, Jain Vishwa Bharathi University
  • 2016 – Master of Jain Philosophy, Jain Vishwa Bharati University
  • 2015 – Karnataka State Bar Council

WHAT WE ARE EXPERT AT

Meet Our Team

Meet the dedicated minds behind Law Square, where passion for justice and a relentless pursuit of excellence drive our team to stand by your side, every step of the legal journey.

Sanjay Sethiya

FOUNDING PARTNER

Sheetal Sethiya

Managing Partner

Arpitha Anantharam

Principal Associate

Naveen Naika

Senior Associate

Sumedha Srinath

Senior Associate

Akshata Prasad

Senior Associate

Nishanth

Associate

Varun Jain

Associate

Shashank

Trainee Associate

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