Meet the Team
Meet the skilled patent attorneys and dedicated staff who form the backbone of our firm. Each team member brings specialized expertise and a commitment to guiding you through the patent process—protecting your innovation every step of the way.
India Team
Kanika Radhakrishnan
Founder and Managing Shareholder-EVLG, Principal Partner- Epiphany IP Solutions (India)
Ms. Radhakrishnan is the Founder and Managing Shareholder of Evergreen Valley Law Group (EVLG,) a full service IP law firm with offices in the Silicon Valley, US and Bangalore, India. She founded EVLG in 2004. Ms. Radhakrishnan has extensive experience working as a patent prosecutor,
litigator and mediator in the US and India.
She is a licensed US Patent Attorney and also registered to practice by the State Bar of California. Her representative clients have included marquee names such as Philips, Samsung, Texas Instruments, Oracle, Adobe and Yahoo and has obtained over 5000 patents for her clients.
Since July 2024, Ms. Radhakrishnan is empaneled as Professor Chair (IP) under Department of Law (Commerce and Management), Faculty of Law, Manipal University Jaipur in India.
In the past, she has worked with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in Geneva to design a Patent Agent Training curriculum to train Patent Agents in developing countries.
Ms. Radhakrishnan is the Past Co-Chair of TiE Women Global (www.#ewomen.org) TiE is a non-profit with 55+chapters around the world and its charter is to foster entrepreneurship through mentorship, networking, education, funding and incubation. She has also served on the Governing
Board member of TiE Bangalore. She is an Angel Investor and has served as Fund Manager of TiE SoCal Angels Women’s Fund.
She has served on the boards of numerous non-profits in the Bay Area including the South Asian Bar Association-Northern California (SAB-NC.) She was Co-Chair of the Pro Bono Committee of SABA-NC. She also served on the Board of Narika, a non-profit in Oakland, CA that works with survivors of
domestic violence.
She received her Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Laws degrees from the University of Delhi in India. She also holds LLM’s from Harvard Law School in Cambridge, Massachusetts and the University of Warwick in England.
Liz Oliner
Of Counsel
Liz Oliner specializes in navigating the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and has helped hundreds of small businesses and entrepreneurs register federal trademarks and protect their brands in the US and internationally.
Liz has a B.A. in English literature from Yale University and a J.D. from Yeshiva University’s Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law. She is licensed to practice law in California, New York and the District of Columbia. Liz was ranked in the top 50 trademark US lawyers of 2021 and 2022 by Patexia. She has been named a rising star attorney by Super Lawyers in California for
several years. Along with her trademark work, Liz also helps draft and respond to cease and desist letters, social media take-down notices and DMCA take-down notices. She also has experience with copyright law, Internet terms of service and privacy policies, as well with general contract
negotiation for small businesses and start-ups.
A native New Yorker, Liz represents startup and small business clients across the country. While in law school, she interned in the intellectual property/trademark department at Estee Lauder.
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She also had done trademark enforcement work for Jack Daniels Liz enjoys meeting clients from all different industries and particularly enjoys working with emerging companies, technology start-ups and social media companies. Her husband previously co-founded a social media startup, Storify, and their wedding was featured as a “social media”
event in various press outlets. Before becoming a lawyer, Liz worked both in commercial real estate and as a journalist at CBS News, where she participated in research and investigations for news stories on the CBS Early
Show and 48 Hours Investigates.
Seth W. Wiener
Of Counsel
Seth W. Wiener is an experienced litigator and trial lawyer who focuses his practice with Evergreen Valley Law Group in the area of civil litigation. Seth has handled and successfully resolved a myriad of federal and state litigations and alternative dispute resolution construction, employment, family law, fraud, insurance, intellectual property, personal injury, product liability, real estate, tort, and unfair competition claims.
Mr. Wiener has worked as a commercial litigator at several prominent Bay Area law firms, including, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich; Rosati, P.C. and LeBoeuf, Lamb, Greene; MacRae LLP. In the
past ten years, Mr. Wiener has successfully tried more than twenty cases to verdict. Mr. Wiener received his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with First Class Honors from McGill University in Montreal, Canada, in May 1996. While at McGill University, Mr. Wiener tutored learning-disabled children and counseled outpatient schizophrenics. Mr. Wiener was a Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar at Columbia University School of Law, where he received his Juris Doctorate, and served as a Writing; Research Editor on the Columbia Journal of Law and Social Problems.
Mr. Wiener was admitted to the California State Bar on December 6, 1999, and is admitted to practice before all California state and federal courts.
Anand Phene
Managing Partner, Epiphany IP Solutions|
Chief of Patent Strategy- EVLG
Anand is one of the founding members of Epiphany IP Solutions. At Epiphany, he is involved in business development activities and he also works closely with the operations team on the execution of projects. Anand is currently serving as an external consultant on IP matters for several technology companies, where his involvement as an Of-counsel has helped R&D teams in coming up with invention disclosures and assisted technology companies in protecting their IP. He has also delivered numerous lectures and conducted workshops on topics ranging from ideation and protection to commercialization of innovations. Anand is a registered patent agent with the Indian Patent Office (IPO), a certified patent valuation analyst (CPVA), and has close to 20 years of experience in the IP industry.
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Before founding Epiphany, Anand worked in senior roles with patent service delivery firms, and also briefly worked with Bechtel Telecommunications as a radio frequency Engineer on a UMTS up-gradation project for AT&T in Los Angeles, California.
He received his Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering and his Masters degree in Telecommunications from the University of Maryland (College Park), where he worked closely with the Office of Technology Commercialization (OTC) on technologies developed at the University in
collaboration with NASA and NSF.
Vinayanand Singh
CEO, Epiphany IP Solutions
Head of IP Services -EVLG
Vinayanand Singh is a co-founder of Epiphany, where he leads the global delivery team, managing project execution and operations across diverse sectors. A registered patent attorney with the Indian Patent Office, Vinayanand has nearly two decades of experience delivering intellectual property (IP) services to a wide range of clients, from Fortune 500 corporations and law firms to individual inventors. His deep expertise in patent laws across various jurisdictions has made him a trusted advisor to clients worldwide on complex IP matters, regardless of their size, industry, or location. Vinayanand is dedicated to fostering innovation and frequently collaborates with startups, innovators, academic institutions, and research organizations, delivering lectures and conducting workshops on IP-related topics.
Prior to founding Epiphany, he held leadership roles at several prominent IP services firms and briefly contributed to the system integration division of HCL Infosystems. An accomplished professional, Vinayanand holds a Bachelor of Law (LLB) from Karnataka University, India, and has a background in Electronics and Communication Engineering. He has also completed an advanced course in VLSI Design from the Center for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC), Pune, India. Recognized for his strategic acumen, he was named among the Top 300 IP Strategists by IAM Media.
Divya Nair. G
HR and Finance Manager
Ms. Divya Nair is the HR and Finance Manager at our Bangalore office. She holds a diploma in
Secretarial course and Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from Bangalore University. She assists in the
smooth functioning in HR and Finance activities.
Mahesh M
Team Lead - Patent Preparation
Mahesh is a highly skilled Senior Patent Analyst specializing in Patent Drafting and Preparation, with a solid foundation in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE). He has extensive experience working with inventors and organizations to draft strategic claims and robust patent applications, ensuring strong protection for innovative technologies while aligning with legal standards across global jurisdictions. His expertise spans across various technical domains, including electrical,
electronics, mechanical, software applications, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality (AR/VR).
Mahesh has worked on numerous mechanical applications, adding to his versatile technical background. In addition to his expertise in patent drafting and prosecution, he has also worked extensively on design patent applications, helping clients secure protection for both functional and aesthetic aspects of their innovations.
Abhishek Jain
Manager (Patent Preparation Services
Abhishek holds a degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering and brings substantial experience in drafting patent applications for the US, Indian, and European jurisdictions. His expertise lies at the intersection of advanced technologies and intellectual property, with a particular focus on Machine Learning and AI innovations. Abhishek has been deeply involved with cutting-edge inventions such as generative AI, IoT systems, authentication protocols, and advanced neural networks, including ensemble models. His proficiency extends to complex technologies like cloud computing, AR/VR systems, and advanced logistics solutions, making him a versatile expert in the tech-driven IP landscape.
In addition to his drafting expertise, Abhishek has extensive experience in prosecuting patent applications. This dual capability enables him to adeptly navigate the legal and technical nuances of securing patents across multiple jurisdictions. His collaborative work with prominent clients on both foundational and intricate patent matters underscores his ability to deliver robust intellectual property strategies in evolving fields.
Harpreet Singh
Manager - IP Analytics Services
With extensive experience in Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), Harpreet has developed expertise in Patent Search and Analytics over the course of his career. He has successfully worked on a wide range of assignments, including patent portfolio management and IP competitive intelligence for several leading technology companies. His deep knowledge spans advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, AR/VR, Robotics, Payment Systems, EVs, and telecommunications, with
particular proficiency in 4G/5G standards and IEEE 802.11 contributions.
Harpreet excels in patentability/novelty searches, invalidity searches, freedom-to-operate (FTO) assessments, state-of-the-art analyses, market research, and evidence of use (EoU) development. His ability to manage unstructured requests and deliver impactful results has consistently benefited clients of all sizes across various sectors.
Mayur Patil
Patent Engineer
Mayur Patil is a highly skilled expert in patentability searches and team leadership, with extensive experience managing and mentoring teams of over 10 members. His technical expertise encompasses advanced technologies such as 3D NAND flash memory—spanning design, management, testing, validation, and packaging—along with processor architecture, electrical and
electronic circuits, and power electronics. Mayur is also proficient in the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), making him a valuable resource in today’s rapidly evolving IP landscape.
He excels in conducting patentability searches, developing claim charts and Evidence of Use (EoU) documents, performing invalidity searches, and conducting freedom-to-operate (FTO) analyses and patent licensing studies. His ability to handle complex, high-volume projects while consistently delivering impactful results has earned him recognition from clients across diverse industries. Mayur holds a Master of Technology in Integrated Power Systems from Visvesvaraya National
Institute of Technology (VNIT), Nagpur, further enhancing his technical acumen and leadership in intellectual property matters. comprehensive IP strategies for cutting-edge innovations. Prior to joining Epiphany, Ankit honed his skills in managing competitive IP intelligence and patent portfolio management, working closely with global clients to safeguard their intellectual property.
Gurpreet Kaur
Patent Engineer
With over a decade of experience in Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), Gurpreet brings a wealth of expertise in IP licensing and management. Her core strengths lie in Infringement Analysis and the development of comprehensive Evidence of Use (EoU) charts. Gurpreet’s technical proficiency spans a wide range of fields, including electronic circuits, wireless communication, advanced driver- assistance systems (ADAS), automotive technologies, data storage, media streaming, processor architectures, content delivery networks (CDN), semiconductors, and Artificial Intelligence. She has extensive experience conducting infringement searches, preparing detailed claim charts, and managing patent drafting and search processes. Her work encompasses performing patentability assessments, invalidity studies, and infringement analyses using both paid and open-access databases. Gurpreet holds a Master’s degree in Signal Processing, further enhancing her ability to navigate the complex intersection of technology and intellectual property law.
Gurpal Singh
Patent Engineer
Gurpal Singh, a Mechanical Engineering graduate, brings extensive expertise in patent analytics, drafting, and prosecution, with a focus on multiple jurisdictions including India, the US, Europe, Australia, Malaysia, and Canada. With a broad technical foundation, he specializes in drafting patent applications that span across mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, medical devices, and Information and communication technologies. Gurpal has worked on innovative technologies such as computer vision, AI, machine learning (ML), and long-range networking, applying these to industries including telemedicine, financial services, logistics, business processes, power generation, and renewable energy. His depth of experience in both patent drafting and prosecution has enabled him to successfully navigate the patenting process and secure grants across multiple regions, with a deep understanding of local patent laws and regulations.