DLA Piper Africa, Kenya (IKM Advocates) is proud to have been ranked Gold in the 2026 World Trademark Review 1000 (WTR 1000), a leading global guide that recognises top-tier trademark professionals and firms. 

In its editorial commentary, WTR noted that, “In alliance with DLA Piper Africa, Iseme, Kamau & Maema Advocates is redefining IP excellence across the continent,” highlighting the firm’s seamless trademark protection, bold legal strategy and unwavering integrity. 

The firm also congratulates the following lawyers who were recognised as Recommended Individuals for 2026: 

• William Maema, SC– described by WTR as “a titan of Kenyan intellectual property” whose leadership continues to shape the evolution of IP law on the continent. 
• Imelda Anika– recognised for her “precise, resonant, and unflinchingly attuned counsel” in complex trademark matters. 
• Hiram Nyaburi– commended as “a litigator of formidable resolve” with an encyclopaedic command of IP law. 
• John Ndirangu

The Gold ranking reflects the strength and depth of the firm’s Intellectual Property & Technology practice, which provides cutting-edge legal services across trademarks, patents, industrial designs, utility models, copyright, domain names, data protection and broader technology matters.  

To learn more about the firm’s Intellectual Property & Technology offering click here.