Kalpana Nagampalli
Kalpana Nagampalli is a seasoned litigator and Partner at KI Legal, bringing a wealth of legal expertise and a client-focused approach to her practice. Kalpana has built a reputation for her tenacity and strategic insight, successfully handling complex intellectual property and contract disputes across federal courts throughout the United States. Her deep commitment to client advocacy and her strong command of the law make her a trusted advisor to clients navigating challenging legal disputes. Before joining KI Legal, Kalpana honed her litigation at an intellectual property firm in mid-town New York, gaining over a decade of hands-on experience in high-stakes legal matters. Kalpana’s background is international; she earned her law degrees in India and then pursued an LL.M. at the University of Pennsylvania Law School. Before practicing in the United States, she gained experience at major Indian law firms, including one of the country's top intellectual property firms.
With a comprehensive background in copyright, trademark, rights of publicity, unfair competition, and advertising law, Kalpana offers invaluable expertise in safeguarding her clients' creative assets. Kalpana represents a wide array of clients, from individuals to large corporations, in civil litigation matters, including insurance bad faith, insurance defense, and commercial litigation.
Known for her meticulous approach to contract law, Kalpana has a strong track record of resolving complex contract disputes and defending her clients’ contractual rights. Kalpana is experienced in securing favorable settlements in employment matters, including those involving race, gender, age, sexual orientation, workplace hostility, and caste discrimination.
She provides strategic advice on issues such as breach of contract, employment disputes, IP creation and protection matters, and brand enforcement, tailoring her approach to each client’s specific needs. Kalpana oversees all facets of litigation, from discovery and mediation to motion practice and pleadings, working closely with in-house counsel to develop effective solutions. Her skills in contract negotiation and drafting extend to intellectual property agreements, licenses, and coexistence agreements, making her a reliable resource in complex transactional matters.
Kalpana has developed a diverse client portfolio across industries such as entertainment, fashion, graphic design, art, textiles, jewelry, luxury goods, publishing, and start-ups. This varied experience enables her to adeptly address the unique challenges of each sector.
Kalpana is also the cofounder of Inspiring Women in Law League (IWILL) an organization aimed at empowering women in the legal profession, particularly focusing on community, networking, and providing mentorship for women lawyers. In 2024, Kalpana has been accepted to the Eastern District of New York Mediation Mentorship Program to train and provide pro bono mediation service for EDNY south Asian litigant. Kalpana loves dancing and is a proud aunt to her nieces, and nephew.
Areas of Expertise
- Commercial and Business Disputes
- Contract Disputes
- Trademark Infringement and Prosecution
- Trade Secret Theft
- Unfair Trade Practices
- Copyright Infringement and Prosecution
- False Advertising
- Employment Litigation
- Intellectual Property
- Civil Litigation
- Commercial and IP Counseling
- Legal Management
- Contracts and IP Agreements
Industries:
Kalpana has developed a diverse client portfolio across industries such as entertainment, fashion, apparel, artists, restaurant, food & beverage, hospitality, graphic design, art, textiles, jewelry, crypto currency, NFTs, luxury goods, publishing, and start-ups. This varied experience enables her to adeptly address the unique challenges of each sector.
Education
Kalpana earned her Bachelor of Socio-Legal Sciences and Laws from the prestigious Indian Law Society's Law College. She then completed her Master of Laws in Corporate and Intellectual Property at the University of Pennsylvania Law School, furthering her expertise in her core practice areas.
Admissions
Kalpana is admitted to practice in multiple jurisdictions, including:
- New York State Bar
- Southern District of New York
- Eastern District of New York
- United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
- Supreme Court of the United States
- Selected to Super Lawyers: 2023 – 2024
- Selected to Rising Stars: 2015 – 2017
- Lead Counsel Verified
Schedule a Consultation
Kalpana Nagampalli’s dedication, legal acumen, and successful track record make her an exceptional advocate for clients. To learn how her expertise can benefit you, contact KI Legal today to schedule a consultation with Kalpana.
Languages:
- Hindi
- Telugu
- English
Email address:
- Kalpana@kilegal.com
Direct phone number:
- (212) 404-8614