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NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN AND FREE TO ENTER!
THE EXTENDED DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, 18TH SEPTEMBER 2026 AT 5:00 P.M. GMT.
The Top 100 Influential Women Leaders in IP Law: Champions of Leadership, Innovation, and Global Influence 2027 Ranking
Following the tremendous success of the 2026 Top 100 Influential Women Leaders in IP Law, we are delighted to open nominations for the 2027 Ranking.
The exceptional response to this year's edition demonstrated the growing importance of recognising the women who are shaping the future of intellectual property through leadership, innovation, legal excellence, and commercial impact. Featuring outstanding professionals from across the globe, the ranking has become a respected platform for celebrating those making a meaningful contribution to the international IP community.
The 2027 Ranking will continue its inclusive and impartial approach, welcoming both nominations and self-nominations from women working across all areas of intellectual property, including private practice, in-house legal teams, government, academia, technology, innovation, and related sectors.
Each submission will undergo a comprehensive evaluation, combining manual assessment with digital review to consider the nominee's professional achievements, industry influence, leadership, and overall contribution to the IP profession. Every application will be assessed fairly and objectively based solely on the information provided.
As the global IP landscape continues to evolve, we look forward to recognising another outstanding group of women whose expertise, vision, and achievements are helping shape the future of intellectual property.
We invite you to submit your nomination and be part of the
Top 100 Influential Women Leaders in IP Law 2027.
HERE ARE THE CATEGORIES IN WHICH NOMINEES CAN BE HONOURED:
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GLOBAL IP STRATEGY & ASSET MANAGEMENT
Celebrating visionary leaders who orchestrate global corporate strategies and maximise asset value.
COMMERCIAL IP & STRATEGIC TRANSACTIONS
Highlighting trailblazers driving commercial success, high-value corporate deals, and strategic market expansion.
TRADEMARK, BRAND & CORPORATE IDENTITY STRATEGY
Honouring creative strategists who build, transform, and safeguard the core identity of world-class brands.
IP ENFORCEMENT, LITIGATION & DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Applauding fierce advocates defending intellectual assets and commanding the courtroom in high-stakes disputes.
INNOVATION LEADERSHIP IN PATENT & TECHNOLOGY LAW
Spotlighting tech-forward pioneers shaping the future of software, artificial intelligence, and complex patent frameworks.
IP POLICY, REGULATION & INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT
Commending influential professionals steering regulatory frameworks and advancing global legal institutions.
STRATEGIC IP LEADERSHIP IN GROWTH & EMERGING MARKETS
Showcasing dynamic strategists expanding corporate horizons and building legal infrastructure in fast-growing global markets.
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP & PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE IN IP
Elevating elite practitioners revered for their master-level expertise, industry guidance, and stellar professional standards.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & MENTORSHIP CHAMPIONS IN IP
Championing inspiring mentors who actively break barriers, foster equity, and empower the next generation of legal talent.
PIONEERING IP WORK IN EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES & INDUSTRIES
Saluting forward-thinking minds navigating the uncharted legal frontiers of next-generation industries.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Submissions with fewer than 65% of the questionnaire completed may not be considered for nomination. We kindly encourage you to provide as much information as possible to assist our research and evaluation process.
