Sumati Parikh
About Sumati Parikh
Sumati Parikh serves as the Global Head of Intellectual Property at Smiths Group plc and has held the position of Chief Intellectual Property & Digital Counsel since 2023. With over two decades of experience in intellectual property law, she has worked in various roles, including significant positions at Smiths Detection and Axiom.
Current Role at Smiths Detection
Sumati Parikh serves as the Global Head of Intellectual Property at Smiths Detection, a position she has held since 2012. In this role, she oversees the management and strategy of intellectual property matters within the organization. Her responsibilities include ensuring the protection of innovations and guiding the company in navigating complex intellectual property landscapes. Parikh's extensive experience in intellectual property law supports her leadership in this critical area.
Work at Smiths Group plc
In addition to her role at Smiths Detection, Sumati Parikh is the Chief Intellectual Property & Digital Counsel at Smiths Group plc, a position she has held since 2023. This role involves providing legal guidance on intellectual property and digital matters across the Smiths Group. Her expertise contributes to the company's strategic initiatives and helps safeguard its intellectual assets.
Previous Experience at Axiom
Before joining Smiths Detection, Sumati Parikh worked as an Axiom Lawyer at Axiom from 2012 to 2015. During her three years at Axiom, she provided legal services to various clients, focusing on intellectual property and corporate law. This experience allowed her to develop a strong foundation in legal practice and client management.
Legal Career at Wragge & Co LLP
Sumati Parikh began her legal career at Wragge & Co LLP, where she worked as an Associate from 2000 to 2008. Over her eight years at the firm, she gained significant experience in various aspects of law, contributing to her development as a legal professional. Her tenure at Wragge & Co LLP established her expertise in intellectual property law.
Early Career at Allen & Overy
Sumati Parikh briefly worked as an Associate at Allen & Overy in 1999 for one month. This early experience provided her with insights into the legal industry and helped shape her career path in law.