Manu A B is an Associate Partner and Branch Head at Altacit Global, Cochin, where she leads and manages the intellectual property portfolios of a diverse clientele. She holds a Bachelor of Laws from Government Law College, Coimbatore, and a Master’s in Law (LL.M.) from Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT), specializing in Intellectual Property Law and Environmental Law.

Manu began her legal career at Right & Marks, Chennai, before joining VMJ Associates, where she worked under the guidance of Advocate N. Venkataraman, handling taxation matters before the High Court and various Tax Appellate authorities. She then moved to Tony & Tony Advocates, Kerala High Court, focusing on IP, taxation, and commercial laws.

At Altacit Global, Manu provides comprehensive expertise in the prosecution, enforcement, management, and advisory services of trademarks, copyrights, patents, and designs. Her practice spans Transactional, IP, Tax, Insolvency, Global Dispute, Labor & Employment, Immigration, and Arbitration & Mediation law, serving clients such as private companies, founders, charities, families, family businesses, high-net-worth individuals, fashion, and luxury brands.

Core competencies

• Corporate & Commercial Legal Advisory
• Intellectual Property Law (Trademarks, Patents, Copyrights, Designs)
• IP Strategy, IP portfolio, and IP auditing
• Contract Drafting & Negotiation
• Branch Leadership & Team Management
• Business Development & Client Relationship Building
• Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

Notable publications or achievements

• Panellist, MSME Conclave organized by the Cochin Chamber of Commerce and Industry, contributing insights on the legal and regulatory ecosystem for MSMEs.
• Speaker, multiple IPR Awareness Programs conducted across industry and academic platforms, focusing on the importance of intellectual property rights for innovation and business growth
• Recognized for leadership and practice development as Associate Partner and Branch Head at Altacit Global, successfully managing client portfolios across diverse sectors including MSMEs, FMCG, healthcare, and entertainment.

Professional titles or certifications

• Registered Trademark Agent
• Masters in Intellectual Property Rights & Environmental Laws
• Advocate, India