SEATTLE (November 2, 2026)—Ashurst Perkins Coie is pleased to announce nine lawyers in its Trademark, Copyright, Internet & Advertising practice have been recognized by World Trademark Review in its inaugural Copyright 1000 2026 rankings. The 2026 guide identifies the world's top copyright firms, listing Ashurst Perkins Coie as a leading firm in Australia and across three U.S. markets: Arizona, California, and Washington.
The WTR Copyright 1000 identifies the leading copyright practitioners across key jurisdictions worldwide. Focused exclusively on copyright law and practice, the Copyright 1000 is designed to serve as a trusted resource for businesses, creators, rights holders, and counsel seeking outstanding copyright experience.
Per the guide, "Ashurst Perkins Coie has cultivated a copyright practice that combines precedent-setting litigation with commercially astute advisory and transactional work, particularly in technology-driven and content-rich sectors. The team is widely recognised for its role in shaping modern copyright jurisprudence, having acted in landmark cases addressing issues such as fair use in digital search, software protection and peer-to-peer distribution."
Ashurst Perkins Coie's recognized copyright practitioners by region are as follows:
- Australia: Anita Cade and Kellech Smith
- United States—Arizona: John Gray
- United States—California: Britt Anderson and Katherine Dugdale
- United States—Washington: Lynne Graybeal, Judy Jennison, William Rava, and Grace Han Stanton
Ashurst Perkins Coie's globally recognized Intellectual Property practice consists of more than 250 lawyers and agents who provide innovative, holistic counsel at every stage of IP protection and development.
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