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Powell Gilbert—Siddharth Kusumakar

02 April 2019
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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IP firms boosts the partnership with promotion

Specialist IP firm Powell Gilbert LLP has promoted Siddharth Kusumakar to the partnership, increasing its total number of partners to ten.

Siddharth, who joined the firm in 2012, focuses his practice on patent litigation within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical devices fields. In addition to his legal training, he also holds academic qualifications in immunology and microbiology.

Dr Penny Gilbert, partner at Powell Gilbert LLP, commented: ‘Sidd’s appointment to the partnership is well-deserved. He is an outstanding litigator and a first rate client adviser, with a wealth of experience and invaluable technical expertise. Sidd is also a trusted colleague and we are very pleased to welcome him into the partnership. We look forward to his continuing contribution to the future success of the firm.’

Siddharth added: ‘I’m delighted to be joining the firm’s partnership and look forward to continuing our high-quality work to ensure we provide the best service possible for our clients.’

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