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Take part in the WIPR Global In-House Elite for 2026


WIPR Global In-House Elite for 2026 identifies and celebrates the in-house IP counsel who are leading their intellectual property departments in ways that deserve international recognition.

This survey is an opportunity to shine a light on individuals who have demonstrated exceptional ability in managing their company’s IP portfolio, legal team, and culture of IP within their organisation. We are also looking for those who have positively influenced the client:law firm relationship.

We seek to identify the leading global in-house talent across the world from any continent, region or country.

We are currently accepting nominations in the following three categories:

  • Self Nominations: If you wish to be considered for the 2026 list, you may submit a self-nomination along with information supporting your candidacy. You are encouraged to reach out to your own peers at other firms/organisations and within your trusted referral networks to nominate you. You may also coordinate with your marketing team for this type of nomination.
  • Colleague Nominations: If you wish to nominate a colleague from your organisation, we encourage you to collaborate with your marketing team to submit the nomination.
  • Peer Nominations: This is your opportunity to nominate a colleague or peer in the IP field whom you believe deserves a place on the 2026 list.
WIPR’s editorial and rankings teams will review the nominations and decide who makes the final list.

All information provided will be used in aggregate form only, and responses will be treated with the utmost confidentiality. Personal details are requested solely for verification purposes. You may also opt in to follow-up communications from our research team if you wish.

Please help us identify these individuals by answering these questions.

Nominations close on January 9, 2026 at 17h00 GMT.

Thank you!