Cruz Marcelo & Tenefrancia (CMT) proudly announces that Senior Partner Rowanie A. Nakan has once again been recognized among Managing IP’s Top 250 Women in IP, reaffirming her standing as one of the world’s leading women intellectual property practitioners.
Published annually by Managing IP, the Top 250 Women in IP recognizes outstanding female IP practitioners from across the globe who have distinguished themselves through exceptional legal expertise, market leadership, and significant contributions to the practice of intellectual property law. The list is compiled through extensive independent research, incorporating firm submissions, client feedback, peer recommendations, and market analysis.
Ms. Nakan’s continued inclusion reflects her distinguished practice in intellectual property law, particularly in trademark and patent prosecution, brand protection, enforcement, portfolio management, and strategic IP advisory. She regularly represents local and multinational clients across diverse industries, helping businesses protect, commercialize, and maximize the value of their intellectual property assets.
Her recognition also underscores the continued strength of Cruz Marcelo & Tenefrancia’s Intellectual Property Department, which has consistently earned top-tier rankings from leading international legal directories, including Managing IP IP Stars, World Trademark Review (WTR 1000), The Legal 500, Benchmark Litigation, and Chambers and Partners.
This latest accolade follows Ms. Nakan’s recent recognition as an IAM Global Leader 2026, further highlighting her influence and leadership within the international intellectual property community.
CMT congratulates Ms. Nakan on this well-deserved recognition and extends its gratitude to its clients and peers for their continued trust and confidence.
The complete list of the Managing IP Top 250 Women in IP may be viewed on the Managing IP website:
