Christopher Young Named IP Law Expert of the Year in New Zealand 2026

Advisory Excellence is pleased to announce that Christopher Young, Partner at MinterEllisonRuddWatts in New Zealand, has been recognised as IP Law Expert of the Year in New Zealand 2026.

This recognition reflects Christopher’s leading position in the New Zealand intellectual property market and his extensive experience advising domestic and international clients on the full spectrum of IP matters, including protection, commercialisation, enforcement and strategy.

At MinterEllisonRuddWatts, Christopher works with a broad range of clients – from innovative start‑ups and technology companies to established multinationals – helping them to identify, protect and maximise the value of their IP assets. His practice spans trade marks, patents, copyright, designs and confidential information, with particular strength in complex, cross‑border and multi‑jurisdictional mandates.

The Advisory Excellence – Annual 2026 Awards highlight professionals who demonstrate consistent technical excellence, market reputation and a strong track record of client service in their respective fields. Winners are selected following a review of market standing, visible professional achievements and feedback from within our international network. Christopher’s recognition as IP Law Expert of the Year in New Zealand 2026 underlines both his individual expertise and the strength of MinterEllisonRuddWatts’ intellectual property offering in the New Zealand market.

The Advisory Excellence – Annual 2026 Awards publication will go live in October 2026, and readers will be able to view Christopher Young’s inclusion within the publication on the Advisory Excellence website from that time.

For more information about Christopher Young and the IP services offered by MinterEllisonRuddWatts, please visit the firm’s website: MinterEllisonRuddWatts.

You can find out more about the Awards process here: Nominations – Advisory Excellence