Pearce IP has been recognised in Asia IP’s 2026 Law Firm Rankings directory (published February 2026), which highlights leading intellectual property firms across the region.
Pearce IP was ranked in Australia for:
– Patent Prosecution (Tier 1);
– Patent Contentious; and
– Trade Mark Prosecution.
As one of only six firms ranked Tier 1 for Patent Prosecution, this recognition is a strong endorsement of the quality, depth and consistency of work delivered by Pearce IP across Australia, New Zealand and globally.
Sally Paterson, Executive, Patent & Trade Mark Attorney and Lawyer, says of the recognition:
“Being recognised at Tier 1 for Patent Prosecution is incredibly rewarding for our team. It reflects the care, technical strength and strategic thinking we bring to protecting our clients’ innovations every day.”
About Pearce IP
Pearce IP is a privately owned/independent, specialist, life-sciences focussed, intellectual property/law firm offering lawyers and attorneys in Australia and New Zealand.
Our lawyers and attorneys specialise in pharma, biopharma, biotech, ag-tech, food-tech, med-tech, although our work is broader than these industries.
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. 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 is the only leading IP firm in Australia and New Zealand with a female founder, and is certified by WEConnect International as women owned.