IRVINE, Calif., April 18, 2025 – Knobbe Martens is pleased to share that partners Salima Merani, Ph.D. and Charlene Azema have been shortlisted for the 2025 Women in Business Law Awards Americas.
Dr. Merani, who co-chairs the firm’s Medical Device practice group, was shortlisted for North America Life Sciences Lawyer of the Year. Ms. Azema was shortlisted for North America Trademark Lawyer of the Year.
Presented by IFLR, the Women in Business Law Awards recognize “top women legal practitioners across a wide range of practice areas [who are] not only breaking new ground in their areas of expertise but are also championing gender diversity in the legal sector.” Honorees are selected based on several criteria including leadership, client impact, thought leadership, and dedication to advancing gender balance.
Learn more about the awards here.
About Knobbe Martens
Knobbe Martens is a highly respected intellectual property law firm, offering legal services in all aspects of intellectual property and technology law. The firm’s litigation group handles cases throughout the U.S. and coordinates strategy for disputes worldwide. Founded in California in 1962, the firm has about 300 lawyers and scientists based in offices located in Orange County, Los Angeles, New York, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle and Washington D.C. Knobbe Martens serves a diverse international client base, from multinational corporations to emerging businesses of all stages. More information about the firm can be found at www.knobbe.com.
