Pearce IP has earned double recognition in the fourth annual Australasian Lawyer 2024 “Elite Women” list, with 2 of its Executives recognised amongst the top 50 female leading the legal industry in Australia. Pearce IP’s Founder and CEO Executive Lawyer, Patent Attorney and Trade Mark Attorney Naomi Pearce, and Executive Lawyer and Head of Litigation (Australia) Helen Macpherson are both ranked.
There are only 4 firms in Australia who have two female leaders represented in this prestigious list.
The Elite Women list celebrates female legal leaders who have influenced the profession in a way that demonstrates a passion for the law, and who have contributed to the industry as a whole. Being recognised twice over reaffirms Pearce IP’s dedication to empowering women in law and leadership in Intellectual Property in the Life Sciences field.
Pearce IP’s Executive, Deputy CEO and Head of Talent, Adele Chadwick, says:
“Naomi and Helen are instrumental in demonstrating to the Pearce IP Team that Excellence, one of our company values, is key in all we do, whether for a client or for each other. It is that drive that makes them both incredible lawyers and leaders in their profession. They are both widely respected, driven, knowledgeable and kind which makes them both a pleasure to work with.
Naomi and Helen, the whole Pearce IP Team is so incredibly proud of you both and we celebrate you today.”
This achievement is a testament to Naomi and Helen’s hard work, resilience, and the meaningful impact Pearce IP strives to make in the legal profession. We are proud to stand among the industry’s finest and remain committed to excellence and equity in the legal profession.
About Pearce IP
Pearce IP is a specialist, life-sciences focussed, intellectual property/law firm offering lawyers and attorneys in Australia and New Zealand.
In 2025, Pearce IP was honoured by Australasian Lawyer and New Zealand Lawyer as a Top Specialist Firm, 5 Star Employer of Choice, and the “Standout Winner” for Inclusion and Culture (<100 employees). Pearce IP and its leaders are ranked in every notable legal directory including: Chambers & Partners, Legal 500, IAM Patent 1000, IAM Strategy 300, MIP IP Stars, Doyles Guide, WTR 1000, Best Lawyers, WIPR Leaders, Best Law Firms, among others.
Pearce IP is the only leading IP firm in Australia and New Zealand with a female founder, and is certified by WEConnect International as women owned.