Gowling WLG practices in Russia and France recognised in Chambers Europe 2018

13 March 2018

Chambers Europe has once again distinguished Gowling WLG's leading practices in Moscow and France. Altogether, Gowling WLG achieved one firm ranking and five individual rankings in the guide's 2018 edition.

The firm's intellectual property practice in Russia achieved top-tier recognition, with Chambers lauding the team's "[l]eading expertise in patent registration and related contentious matters" and dedication to client service, with one interviewee commenting "[t]here is finally a law firm that provides exactly what I'm looking for in Russia." The Moscow-based team was also praised for its advanced life sciences expertise.

In addition to the firm ranking, Chambers Europe 2018 has recognized the following individuals from Russia and France:

Intellectual Property (Russia)
Alexander Christophoroff
Julianna Tabastajewa
Vladislav Ugryumov

Life Sciences (Russia)
Vladislav Ugryumov

Public Law (France)
Jérôme Pentecoste

Considered one of the world's premier legal directories, Chambers Europe serves as a trusted reference for in-house counsel and executives seeking to identify Europe's top lawyers and firms. Rankings are based on extensive peer and client interviews that assess technical legal ability, client service, professional conduct, commitment and diligence.

With more than 1,500 legal professionals in 18 cities worldwide, Gowling WLG provides clients with in-depth expertise in key global sectors and a suite of legal services at home and abroad. We see the world through our clients' eyes, and collaborate across countries, offices, service areas and sectors to help them succeed, no matter how challenging the circumstances.