Rothwell Figg is pleased to announce that firm partner and co-founder E. Anthony Figg has been honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at LSPN Awards USA 2026, which recognize innovation, excellence, and leadership in the life sciences sector. The firm was also shortlisted for IP Boutique Firm of the Year. Winners were announced at the awards ceremony on April 30.
The Lifetime Achievement Award honors a lawyer whose distinguished, decades-long career has left an indelible mark on the life sciences IP landscape, recognizing individuals who have inspired generations of practitioners, advanced innovation, fostered collaboration, and built a legacy that will endure for years to come. Tony's career reflects long-standing contribution and influence across the IP landscape.
Over five decades, Tony has become one of the leaders of the intellectual property bar, specializing in patent litigation, licensing, and strategic counseling across the pharmaceutical, healthcare, and biotechnology industries. He was among the first attorneys to litigate cases under the Hatch-Waxman amendments. He was inducted into the LMG Life Sciences Hall of Fame in 2018 and named LMG's Patent Strategy Attorney of the Year – DC Metro in 2023.
Each LSPN category is evaluated by a panel of expert judges selected for their relevant experience and subject-matter expertise, through a two-round process of independent scoring followed by panel deliberation.
