Gowling WLG's global intellectual property (IP) teams have again been recognised in the IP Stars Western Europe rankings for 2026.
In addition, several Gowling WLG professionals in the UK and France are also named 2026 IP Stars for their outstanding contributions to the field of intellectual property.
The ongoing recognition of Gowling WLG is a testament to the significant trust thousands of clients around the world continue to place in the advice the firm's top-performing teams offer.
IP transactions
UK - Tier 1
Trade mark disputes
UK - Tier 1
France - Tier 3
Patent disputes
UK - Tier 2
France - Tier 3
Copyright & related rights
UK - Notable firm
UPC litigation
France - Recommended
IP Stars
IP Stars' analysis includes rankings across patents, trademarks, copyright and transactions, together with firm reviews and client testimonials. The new model is expected to offer a more comprehensive picture of a firm's standing within the region. The full results are available here.
Individual rankings
UK IP Stars 2026
- Alex Brodie
- John Coldham
- Huw Evans
- Kate Swaine
UK Rising Stars 2026
- Michael Carter
- Chris Freeth
UK Notable Practitioners 2026
- Gina Bicknell
- Patrick Duxbury
- Luke Kempton
France IP Star 2026
- Céline Bey
- Marianne Schaffner
France Rising Stars 2026
- Alexis Augustin
- Mathilde Grammont
- Inès Rosen
Gowling WLG's IP Group
Gowling WLG is a full-service global firm comprising 1,500 professionals with strength across all areas of business law and litigation.
With leading IP practices in Canada, China, Saudi, the UAE, the UK and Europe, and – via our exclusive association with JurisAsia LLC – Singapore, and a network of trusted agents worldwide, we help IP owners overcome complex obstacles and optimise new opportunities – wherever business takes them.
Learn more about Gowling WLG's Intellectual Property Group.