Ann De Clercq and Liesbet Paemen Named Again as IAM Global Leaders for 2026
23 October 2025
We are happy to share that Ann De Clercq, founding partner, European & Belgian Patent Attorney and European Patent Litigator, and Liesbet Paemen, partner, European Patent Attorney and European Patent Litigator, have once again been included in the IAM Global Leaders 2026guide.
The IAM Global Leaders guide features patent professionals ranked in the gold tier of the IAM Patent 1000, selected for their experience and expertise in managing and protecting patent rights around the world.
We are proud to see Ann and Liesbet’s work acknowledged once more and thank them for their ongoing commitment to excellence and client service.
De Clercq & Partners has once again been recognised in the IAM Patent 1000
We are proud to announce that De Clercq & Partners has once again been recognised in theIAMPatent 1000 2026, one of the leading international rankings for patent professionals and firms.
Women in Business Law EMEA Awards 2026 – Shortlist
We’re proud to share that De Clercq & Partners has been shortlisted for the Women in Business Law EMEA Awards 2026. ✨Belgium Firm of the Year ✨Patent – Lawyer of the Year: Liesbet Paemen
De Clercq & Partners recognised in the WTR 1000 Guide 2026
De Clercq & Partners is pleased to announce its recognition in the WTR 1000 Guide 2026, the leading publication dedicated exclusively to trademark law.
Joost Muylle – Gold, Individuals
Thomas Baudewijn – Bronze, Individuals
Tom Liessens – Bronze, Individuals
De Clercq & Partners is also recognised as a firm in the WTR 1000, reflecting the strength and consistency of our trademark practice.
