Our Team

“Professional And Dedicated to Help You Win”

About Our Expert

We Fight For Your Justice To Win Case.

At WIPS, we’re a team of legal expert who are all about protecting what’s yours in Nepal’s complex world of intellectual property law. Whether it’s trademarks, patents, or any IP matter, we’ve got you covered with our expertise and know-how. We dive deep into the laws, both local and international, so we can tailor-make strategies just for you. We’re not just about talking the talk; we walk the walk, fighting tooth and nail for our clients. With us by your side, you can rest assured that your intellectual property rights are in good hands, and we’ll go the extra mile to make sure you come out on top, no matter the challenge.

Damodar Timsina & Santosh Tiwari

Managing Partner, WIPS

Meet Our Team

Most Successful Experts

Managing Partner

Mr. Timsina is the Founder and Managing Partner of WIPS Law Associates. He is one of the young enthusiasts in Corporate, Commercial and IP Laws of Nepal. He has significant experience in IP matters in Nepal, including its protection, enforcement, opposition, and litigation. Since the early phases of his career, Advocate Timsina has worked within the Corporate & IP domain.  His dedication to IP has led him thus far, leading WIPS Law Associates to offer clients highly competent and knowledgeable lawyers to cater to their legal requirements.

Professional Associations:

  • Member of the International Trademark
    Association (INTA)
  • Member, Nepal Bar Association
  • Executive Member, Nepal Democratic lawyers Association
  • General Secretary, APPA-Nepal

Specializations:

  • Patent, Design, Trademark and Copyrights
  • Corporate & Commercial Laws
  • Client Representation in Quasi- Judicial & Judicial bodies Nepal
  • Foreign Direct Investment
  • Labor Law
  • Taxation
  • Investment

Educational Qualification:

  • LLM in Business & International Trade Law (PU)
  • MA Rural Development (TU)

Notable Participation:

  • Kansai Nerolac Paints Japan vs Rukmani Chemical Industries
  • Investment and License Approval for Hydropower Companies
  • FDI Approval and Legal Consultation for more than 30 Companies
Managing Partner

Advocate Santosh Tiwari is the Founder and Managing partner of WIPS Law Associates. He has comprehensive experience in handling negotiation, contracts review, due diligence, legal research and corporate compliance all in adherence to fair practices which help to mitigate the risk of loss and liabilities of clients. He has made tremendous effort in various areas of commercial sectors of law including hospitality, company operation, foreign investments, corporate compliances etc.

He is elected as a member of central committee of Nepal Bar Association in 2023.

Professional Associations:

  • Member of the International Trademark
    Association (INTA)
  • Executive Member, Nepal Bar Association (2021-24)
  • Former Executive Member, Nepal Democratic Lawyers Association
  • Member, APPA-Nepal

Specializations:

  • Patent, Design, Trademark and Copyrights
  • Corporate & Commercial Laws
  • Client Representation in Quasi- Judicial & Judicial bodies Nepal
  • Foreign Direct Investment
  • Contract
  • Public Procurement and Arbitration
  • Taxation

Educational Qualification:

  • LLM in Business & International Trade Law (PU)
  • MA Rural Development (TU)

Notable Participation:

  • Participation in 15th Global Intellectual Property Convention held in India 2024
  • World Intellectual Property Forum “INTELLCTUAL PROPERTY: THE RACE TO DIGITALTRANSFORMATION” held in Bengaluru, India, 2023
  • Training program on “Role of Forensic Science in Criminal Justice Delivery System” organized by National Forensic Sciences University Government of India, 2023
Associate

Mrs Gautam is one of the notable and important part of WIPS. She has been an integral part of Drafting and Assignment of the Corporate and Commercial compliances and deed. She has an experience of more than 5 years. Her expertize and knowledge has always been an important aspect Company Incorporation, Share Transfer, Company Compliances, Drafting of Contract and so on.

Associate

Mr. Khanal is a dynamic and energetic Associate and integral part of WIPS. He has expertise in Intellectual Property (Filing, Registration, Assignment, Office Action Reply & Opposition),  Drafting and Assignment of the Corporate and Commercial compliances, Foreign Direct Investment approval and compliances. He has an experience of more than 5 years. 

Liaison Officer

Mr. Dhami is a promising and energetic Liaison officer and integral part of WIPS. He has expertise in Drafting and Assignment of the Corporate and Commercial compliances, Foreign Direct Investment approval and compliances, Compliances related to Tax, Local Levels and other Governmental Bodies. He has an experience of more than 8 years. 

Junior Legal Associate

Ms. Tiwari, a dedicated Junior Associate serves as a para legal providing crucial legal support and administration to our Attorneys. She assists in legal research and her role is centered on litigation, file study, research and procedural assistance. She diligently performs her duties, services and responsibilities aligned with the working areas.

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