ROYAL OAK, Mich. – Brooks Kushman is pleased to announce that shareholder Isheeta Patel Laxmanan has been named the recipient of the 2025 Rising Star Award by the South Asian Bar Association of North America (SABA North America). The award is presented annually to a legal professional who demonstrates exceptional promise, leadership, and service early in their career.
The Rising Star Award highlights emerging leaders who not only excel in their legal practice but also contribute meaningfully to the profession and the community. Recipients are selected based on their professional achievements, dedication to diversity and inclusion, and active involvement in mentoring, advocacy, and public service.
SABA North America is the largest South Asian bar association in the world, representing thousands of attorneys and law students across the U.S. and Canada. Through its awards program, the organization recognizes members of the legal community who exemplify integrity, leadership, and a commitment to justice.
Brooks Kushman congratulates Isheeta on this recognition and applauds SABA North America for its continued efforts to uplift and celebrate the next generation of leaders in the legal field.
Isheeta Patel Laxmanan is a registered patent attorney who has experience working with a range of clients that vary in size, from Fortune 100 companies to small start-ups. She focuses her practice on preparing and prosecuting domestic patent applications in the chemical engineering and materials arts. She also advises her clients on various IP-related strategies, such as whether they have freedom to operate and by assessing the validity of patents. She provides valuable insight to clients regarding business-critical decisions and has experience supporting IP negotiations, settlements, and litigation.