Viteshen Naidoo | Junior Associate

Email: viteshen@barnardinc.co.za

Telephone:  +27 (0)12 001 2739

Viteshen is a Junior Associate in the Intellectual Property Department at Barnard Incorporated, where he advises clients on all aspects of brand protection and commercial IP matters. Admitted as an attorney in 2021, he holds an LLM in Intellectual Property Law from the University of Cape Town and is rapidly establishing himself as a trusted adviser in trade marks, copyright and IP commercialisation.

 

He supports a wide range of clients, including start-ups and established businesses, providing guidance on trade mark litigation, oppositions, cancellations and registrations. Viteshen is skilled in managing domain name disputes, urgent applications and litigation concerning restraint of trade and unlawful competition. His work also includes drafting and negotiating IP agreements tailored to industry-specific needs and advising on commercialisation strategies that help clients protect and maximise the value of their intellectual property.

 

In addition to his client work, Viteshen plays an active role in the team, supervising candidate attorneys and managing client communication to ensure matters are progressed efficiently. His dedication to IP law and commitment to delivering clear, practical advice make him a valued member of the firm.

 

Clients value Viteshen’s commercial insight, technical knowledge and responsive approach, which ensure their intellectual property is safeguarded with precision and care.

Areas of Expertise

– Trademarks

– Copyright

– IP Commercialisation

– Start-up Services

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