Dipchand LLP is proud to celebrate May Cheng, who was named Practitioner of the Year: Trademark Disputes in the 2026 Managing IP Americas Awards. This well-deserved recognition reflects her outstanding reputation in trademark litigation, brand protection, and enforcement across Canada.
May’s award is a testament to the depth of her experience and the trust she has earned from clients and peers alike. As a partner at Dipchand LLP and a Certified Specialist in Trademark and Copyright, she has built a career focused on protecting brands, guiding clients through complex disputes, and delivering strategic advice in high-stakes intellectual property matters.
A Recognition of Excellence
The Managing IP Americas Awards highlight the leading firms and practitioners across the region, with winners selected for excellence in IP law and client service. May’s recognition underscores not only her technical expertise, but also her consistent commitment to achieving meaningful results for clients.
Her career spans decades of work in intellectual property law, including trademark litigation, anti-counterfeiting, licensing, and broader brand enforcement. That combination of legal skill, judgment, and client focus has made her a respected leader in the Canadian IP community.
Leading With Impact
May’s recognition also speaks to the broader strength of Dipchand LLP’s intellectual property practice. Her award reinforces the firm’s reputation for delivering sophisticated, business-minded legal advice in a rapidly evolving IP landscape.
Beyond her practice, May has also been recognized repeatedly for leadership and influence in the legal profession, including distinctions tied to her work in IP and her role as a mentor and advocate. This latest honour adds to an already distinguished record of achievement.
Congratulations to May Cheng
Please join us in congratulating May on this outstanding accomplishment. Her Managing IP recognition is a proud moment for Dipchand LLP and a fitting acknowledgment of her exceptional contributions to trademark law in Canada.
View the full list of winners here.
