The World Trademark Review (WTR) has named Gowling WLG among the top international trademark firms in WTR 1000 2024.

Gowling WLG was recognized as having leading domestic practices in Canada, the United Kingdom (UK), the United Arab Emirates (UAE), as well as a leading foreign practice in China. Notably, the firm once again achieved gold tier status in Canada (Firms) and the UAE (Firms).

In addition to the firm rankings, the following 36 Gowling WLG trademark professionals worldwide were named in this year's guide:

Canada

China (Foreign firms)

Prosecution and strategy
Elliot Papageorgiou
Jian Xu

Enforcement and litigation
Elliot Papageorgiou
Ivy Liang

France

Céline Bey

UAE

Jon Parker
Rachel Armstrong
Marian Fayek

UK

Enforcement and litigation
Alexandra Brodie
John Coldham
Huw Evans
Gordon Harris
Kate Swaine

Prosecution and strategy
John Coldham
Daniel Smith
Kate Swaine

About WTR 1000
WTR 1000 is regarded internationally as one of the most trusted guides to the top trademark firms and professionals around the world. The results are based on a comprehensive vetting process that includes feedback from professionals, clients and in-house counsel.

About Gowling WLG's Intellectual Property Group
Gowling WLG is a full-service firm comprising 1,500 professionals with strength across all areas of business law and litigation. With leading IP practices in Canada, China, 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 optimize new opportunities – wherever business takes them. Learn more about Gowling WLG's IP Group.