We are thrilled to share that Pearce IP’s Founder and CEO, Naomi Pearce, a Finalist in the Lawyers Weekly Women in Law Awards 2024 “Executive of Year”.
Now in its 13th year, the Women in Law Awards celebrates the best and brightest women in the legal field, recognising their dedication to their clients and their contributions to advancing the legal profession to new heights of excellence.
Naomi was the Lawyers Weekly Women in Law Partner of the Year (SME Law) in 2021, an award she was shortlisted for in 2023 and 2024. We are delighted to see Naomi shortlisted for the “Executive of the Year” in 2024, with the winner to be announced on 14 November 2024.
Pearce IP’s Executive, Deputy CEO and Head of Talent, Adele Chadwick, says:
“Naomi epitomises excellence, in her client relationships, employee engagement and as a leader who demonstrates this core value of Pearce IP each and every day. We are so inspired by Naomi, her achievements and her vision for Pearce IP. Her consistent push to be at the forefront of leading-edge employee policy, client initiatives and strategic growth provide her team with insight and motivation to excel in every aspect of their role. Congratulations Naomi!”
Pearce IP’s Executive Lawyer, Helen Macpherson, says:
“The Pearce IP team is incredibly proud to see Naomi nominated again for this award. Her nomination is a tribute to her inspiring and fearless leadership of the firm, unique contribution to the profession and first-class work with clients”
About Pearce IP
Pearce IP is a specialist firm offering intellectual property specialist lawyers and attorneys with a focus on the life sciences industries. Pearce IP and its leaders are ranked in every notable legal directory for legal, patent and trade mark excellence, including: Chambers & Partners, Legal 500, IAM Patent 1000, IAM Strategy 300, MIP IP Stars, Doyles Guide, WTR 1000, Best Lawyers, WIPR Leaders, 5 Star IP Lawyers, among others.
In 2025, Pearce IP was recognised by Australasian Lawyer and New Zealand Lawyer’s 5 Star Employer of Choice, and is the “Standout Winner” for inclusion and culture for firms with less than 100 employees. Pearce IP was awarded “IP Team of the Year” by Lawyers Weekly at the 2021 Australian Law Awards. Pearce IP is recognised by Managing IP as the only leading ANZ IP firm with a female founder, and is certified by WEConnect International as women owned.
