Reeya Thakrar

Reeya Thakrar is an Associate at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP, specializing in technology transactions, artificial intelligence (AI), and intellectual property matters.1 Her LinkedIn username is reeyat.2

Professional Background

Reeya counsels clients on various aspects of technology and intellectual property law, including:

• Drafting and reviewing agreements related to IT, software licenses, SaaS/cloud services, and outsourcing
• Developing AI usage policies and advising on legal risks in third-party vendor agreements
• Performing IP and IT due diligence for M&A transactions
• Advising on patent law and intellectual property strategy
• Identifying and mitigating privacy and security risks in transactions
• Working with forensics teams on data breach investigations1

Education and Prior Experience

Reeya obtained her J.D. from The University of Texas School of Law, where she served as Chief Articles Editor for the Texas Intellectual Property Law Journal. She also holds a B.S. from The University of Texas at Austin.1

Before law school, Reeya worked as a technology strategy consultant for over three years, primarily assisting utilities in the electric industry.1

Achievements and Recognition

Reeya has been recognized in the legal community:

• Named as an "Associate to Watch" by Chambers USA in Illinois for Technology & Outsourcing (2022-2024)13
• Received the Rising Star Award from the National Immigrant Justice Center in 20201

Community Involvement

Reeya is actively involved in pro bono work and community service:

• Represents clients in asylum cases for the National Immigrant Justice Center
• Assists with domestic violence and family law matters through the Domestic Violence Legal Clinic
• Advises local artists on copyright and trademark matters through Lawyers for the Creative Arts
• Serves on the Associate Board of Lawyers for the Creative Arts in Chicago
• Volunteers for the Working in the Schools (WITS) Mentoring Program1

Reeya's diverse background in law, engineering, and corporate consulting has shaped her career as a technology-focused attorney at Faegre Drinker.