Last night, Naomi Pearce, Founder and CEO of Pearce IP, was announced the 2026 Client Choice Award winner for Intellectual Property – Patents (Australia) by Lexology.
The Lexology Client Choice Awards celebrate lawyers around the world who stand apart for the excellence in client care and quality of service. Nominations are made exclusively by corporate counsel, ensuring the awards reflect authentic client experiences.
Lexology provided the following client feedback on working with Naomi:
“Naomi is a highly strategic thinker and practitioner who thinks not only of local ramifications, but also global ones….She brings a deep level of commercial insight to her stellar legal advice… She is hugely knowledgeable on IP issues surrounding commercial aspects of preparing product launch and assessing risks involved.”
“Naomi is a first-class advisor in the field of pharmaceutical law, bringing together technical knowledge, regulatory experience and a huge depth of knowledge of patent law.”
“Naomi has a co-operative and enquiring approach, making working with her both stimulating and enjoyable, whilst ensuring the best possible outcomes.”
Pearce IP’s Deputy CEO, Adele Chadwick, says:
“Naomi is recognised globally for her strategic acumen, legal excellence, and genuine commitment to client success. This award is a testament to the respect she has earned from clients across the life sciences and biotechnology sectors — and to the values that define Pearce IP.”
Naomi Pearce says:
“It’s a privilege to be recognised by the people who matter most — our clients. I’m grateful to each of them for their trust, their candour, and the opportunity to partner with them in achieving extraordinary commercial outcomes.”
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.