I'm Riya Kotwal, a brand and IP strategy professional blending legal training with management and marketing expertise to drive IP-led growth. I currently pursue a Master of Science in Management at SMU in Singapore on a Women in Business Scholarship, with experience leading IP-driven product development and multi-channel campaigns. My work blends legal rigor with commercial insight to create differentiated brands and partnerships that scale. My background spans trademark and copyright prosecutions, IP agreements, and cross-functional collaboration across FMCG, real estate, and jewelry clients. I enjoy turning audience insights into compelling brands and strategic partnerships, and I'm excited to apply my mix of legal and commercial acumen to challenging roles in brand strategy and product design.…

Riya Kotwal

I'm Riya Kotwal, a brand and IP strategy professional blending legal training with management and marketing expertise to drive IP-led growth. I currently pursue a Master of Science in Management at SMU in Singapore on a Women in Business Scholarship, with experience leading IP-driven product development and multi-channel campaigns. My work blends legal rigor with commercial insight to create differentiated brands and partnerships that scale. My background spans trademark and copyright prosecutions, IP agreements, and cross-functional collaboration across FMCG, real estate, and jewelry clients. I enjoy turning audience insights into compelling brands and strategic partnerships, and I'm excited to apply my mix of legal and commercial acumen to challenging roles in brand strategy and product design.…

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I’m Riya Kotwal, a brand and IP strategy professional blending legal training with management and marketing expertise to drive IP-led growth. I currently pursue a Master of Science in Management at SMU in Singapore on a Women in Business Scholarship, with experience leading IP-driven product development and multi-channel campaigns. My work blends legal rigor with commercial insight to create differentiated brands and partnerships that scale.

My background spans trademark and copyright prosecutions, IP agreements, and cross-functional collaboration across FMCG, real estate, and jewelry clients. I enjoy turning audience insights into compelling brands and strategic partnerships, and I’m excited to apply my mix of legal and commercial acumen to challenging roles in brand strategy and product design.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Advanced
Marathi (Marāṭhī)
Advanced
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Brand & Commercial Strategy Manager at Joyful Souls Pvt Ltd
September 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025
Led IP-driven product development from concept to launch, strengthening brand differentiation and commercial offerings. Executed integrated, multi-channel marketing and experience-led campaigns, driving growth in brand reach, engagement, and strategic partnerships. Collaborated cross-functionally to align brand strategy, governance, and go-to-market initiatives with commercial goals and audience insights.
Legal Associate at BHATE & PONKSHE IP CONSULTANTS (B&P)
February 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Filed and prosecuted trademark and copyright applications across jurisdictions; provided strategic brand advisory. Prepared IP agreements and performed due diligence for clients in FMCG, real estate, and jewelry industries. Created and produced educational video content, contributing to a 50% increase in digital engagement.
Legal Intern at CHAMBERS OF ADV. CHAPKE
January 1, 2023 - March 1, 2023
Researched case law and drafted briefs for civil and criminal litigation matters.
Student Editor at FASHION LAW JOURNAL
April 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023
Authored and edited fashion law content, collaborating with global IP professionals.
Legal Intern at SPEEDLEGAL
August 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021
Trained legal AI software through contract analysis and client-facing demos.
Legal Intern at LUTHRA & LUTHRA (L&L Partners)
April 1, 2021 - June 1, 2021
Researched Indian property law and supported legal document review.
Legal Intern at LEGALOGIC CONSULTING
June 1, 2019 - July 1, 2019
Assisted with contract drafting and corporate law research.
Legal Intern at SKJ LEGAL
June 1, 2018 - July 1, 2018
Attended court proceedings and conducted case research and drafting.

Education

Master of Science in Management at Singapore Management University
August 1, 2025 - January 1, 2027
Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Legislative Law (BA.LLB) at ILS Law College – India
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2023

Qualifications

Qualified Advocate (India, Maharashtra)
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026
Diploma in Corporate Law
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026
Diploma in Capital Markets & Securities Law
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026
Diploma in Gender Law & Women’s Studies
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026
Inside LVMH Certificate (ID: 58a727b4fb)
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026
Certified Pilates Instructor (ACE: CEP204740, CEP205503)
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026
LSE Summer School (Commercial Law)
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Education, Media & Entertainment, Other