Prof.. (Dr.) Ashok R. Patil is a distinguished academician, legal scholar, and public policy advocate, currently serving as the Vice-Chancellor of the National University of Study and Research in Law (NUSRL), Ranchi. With an illustrious career spanning over 27 years, he has made significant contributions to consumer law, legal education, and public policy in India and globally.

He holds a Ph.D. in Law from Karnataka University, Dharwad, specializing in product safety standards. He is a first-rank holder in LL.M. (Mercantile Law), a UGC-NET qualified scholar, he also holds certifications in Cyber Law and Mediation. His areas of expertise include Consumer Welfare Laws, Law of Torts, Insurance Law, and Mediation.

Before joining NUSRL in June 2023, he served as a Professor and Chair on Consumer Law and Practice at the National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru. There, he established the Online Consumer Mediation Centre (OCMC) and launched the SCOPUS- indexed International Journal on Consumer Law and Practice, where he continues to serve as Chief Editor.

He has authored six books including a comprehensive commentary on the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 and over 40 scholarly articles, presented papers in more than 15 countries, and trained thousands of stakeholders across sectors. He is internationally recognized for his leadership and innovation. His accolades include the International Mac Jannet Award (South Africa), Asian Law Institute (ASLI) Fellowship, the Legal Education Innovation Award by MILAT and most recently, the prestigious Indian Achievers Award 2025. He has represented India at global platforms including UNCTAD and has authored over six books and numerous research publications in reputed national and international journals.

As a visionary leader, he continues to advance consumer protection, legal empowerment, and interdisciplinary excellence, transforming NUSRL Ranchi into a leading hub of legal research and social impact.