Pearce IP has again been ranked in Chambers Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 rankings for Intellectual Property for the third consecutive year.
In addition to the firm-wide ranking, Pearce IP is proud to recognise the individual rankings achieved by three of its leading lawyers:
Naomi Pearce |
Founder & CEO, Executive Lawyer, Patent and Trade Mark Attorney |
Ranked for Intellectual Property: Patents, Australia and
Life Sciences, Australia
Helen Macpherson |
Executive Lawyer & Head of Litigation AU |
Ranked for Intellectual Property: Patents, Australia
Paul Johns |
Executive Lawyer, Trade Mark Attorney & Head of Litigation NZ |
Ranked for Intellectual Property, New Zealand
The Chambers rankings are among the most rigorous and globally respected in the industry and region. These multiple recognitions are an ongoing testament to the technical excellence, commercial insight, and outstanding client service delivered by the Pearce IP team.
Helen Macpherson noted:
“…it’s wonderful to be recognised again. This recognition reflects the dedication of our team and, importantly, the strong partnerships we have with our clients in protecting and enforcing their intellectual property.”
Paul Johns added:
“Being recognised in the Chambers Asia-Pacific 2026 rankings for the third consecutive year is a tremendous honour. The rigour and depth of their research make this recognition particularly meaningful, reflecting the quality and impact of our work in intellectual property across New Zealand and the region.”
Pearce IP’s consistent recognition underscores the firm’s expertise and leadership in delivering intellectual property services across the Asia-Pacific region.
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.