The patents prosecution team at Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo, P.C. represents global corporations, mid-size companies, and start-ups, headed by Michael Renaud, Thomas Wintner, Fred Hernandez and Kenneth Jenkins across both Boston and San Diego. In July 2025, New York-based Daniel Brownstone joined the team from Fenwick & West LLP.

Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP ‘s broader intellectual property practice is headed up by Michael Kelber, in Chicago, skilled in global patent prosecution, litigation, and portfolio management.

Known for navigating complex patent portfolios, the team at ArentFox Schiff is particularly adept in prosecuting medical device and robotics innovations. Co-head Richard LaCava, in New York, advises on mechanical systems, software, AI, semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, automotive innovations, and fashion, while providing comprehensive IP portfolio management. In Washington DC, co-head Wilburn Chesser manages large patent portfolios and advises on IP strategy, with expertise in emerging technologies such as self-driving vehicles and advanced batteries. New York-based Marylee Jenkins is recognized for her work with government and legal communities. In DC, Richard Berman handles patent litigation, prosecution, and transactions in chemical, pharma, and biotechnology sectors, whereas James Bindseil specializes in US and international patent prosecution, portfolio management, and due diligence across sectors such as telecommunications and electromechanical systems. In Boston, Joseph Maraia represents clients before federal courts and the PTAB, managing FTO analyses, due diligence, and licensing. Craig Gelfound, splitting time between Los Angeles and San Francisco, advises on the full spectrum of IP matters, from patent prosecution and portfolio management to litigation, licensing, and post-grant proceedings. Michael Scarpati, in New York, and Brian Stevens, in DC, are also recommended.

Michael Farn heads up the Silicon Valley-based patents and emerging technologies team at Fenwick & West LLP, alongside broader IP practice head Rajiv Patel, who advises technology and life sciences companies, develops patent portfolios, and guides companies on complex IP issues. Also key is Robert Hulse, who is skilled across software, electronics, medical devices, and digital health, helping emerging companies scale patent programs. Antonia Sequeira is a notable figure, who has recently advised on patent prosecution for a nuclear energy startup focused on modular power plants, aimed at reducing construction time. Daniel Becker is an expert in advising biotech and pharmaceutical companies on patent prosecution, portfolio strategy, lifecycle management, and IP due diligence. Anthony Jacobson is an AI IP specialist, advising on generative AI, machine learning, autonomous systems, and data analytics. In the Boston office, Matthew Pavao has recently guided a clinical-stage biotech company on patent prosecution and strategic IP planning for a Series D financing; Heidi Erlacher is adept in patent strategy and IP risk for small molecules, nucleic acid therapeutics, drug conjugates, and complex chemistry; and Chen Chen collaborates on cross-border IP strategies, particularly for transactions involving China. The trio joined from Cooley LLP in April 2025. Hayan Yoon, in San Francisco, is also recommended.

Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner LLP is a market leader in patent prosecution, representing global clients before courts and regulatory agencies. Co-head Aaron Capron, based in Palo Alto, advises on patent portfolio strategy, counseling, product clearances, and post-grant matters across technologies such as AI, semiconductors, quantum computing, and video coding. Co-head Cory Bell, in Boston, focuses on post-grant matters, prosecution management, counseling, and litigation for high-tech companies in hardware, software, and robotics. Co-head James Barney, in Washington DC, has handled complex matters in the automotive and energy sectors. Co-head Erika Harmon Arner, splitting her time between Reston and DC, specializes in patent office trials, client counseling, and litigation in electronic technology and software, representing parties in PTAB trials. Also in DC is Adriana Burgy, who advises on single-patent and multi-patent matters, and provides ongoing portfolio strategy guidance. Additionally, in the DC office, Mark Feldstein, Joshua Goldberg, Karthik Kumar, Gerson S. Panitch and Aaron Parker are key to the patents team. In Boston, Jeffrey Jacobstein and Nishla Keiser are key contacts. Carlos E. Duarte-Guevara, in DC, is also recommended.

Regularly appearing before the USPTO, Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP is a powerhouse in patent prosecution, as well as licensing, post-grant proceedings, and patent enforcement. Its team has recognized technical expertise in life sciences, medical device IP law, biotechnology, and electrical engineering. Irvine-based co-leader Salima Merani builds patent portfolios for life sciences companies, and has extensive experience conducting patent due diligence. Also in Irvine, is co-leader Sabing Lee, who focuses on strategic patent work and IP counseling, emphasizing medical devices and materials science; Harnik Shukla, who is known for his deep technical expertise in sensors, signal processing, and AI/machine learning; Terry Tullis, an expert in property portfolio management; and Michael Christensen, who counsels startup medtech companies. In San Diego, Tom Cowan represents startups in building IP portfolios, and navigates diligence for financing and M&A transactions; Jason Jardine represents prominent California and Arizona businesses; and Maria Stout advises diverse clients from high-growth startups to global corporations with complex IP portfolios. Other notable contacts include Melanie Seelig in Seattle, Lincoln Essig is based in Washington DC, James Raleigh, in New York, and David Schmidt in Irvine.

Wider intellectual property chairs Christa Brown-Sanford and Jennifer Tempesta excel at Baker Botts L.L.P. alongside Sandra Lee and Samir Bhavsar, who co-chair the specialized patent prosecution group. Brown-Sanford is skilled in patent matters related to telecommunications, electronics, and other advanced technologies, while Tempesta regularly handles complex jury trial matters. Bhavsar focuses on strategic patent mining and portfolio development, and Lee handles portfolio strategy, post-grant proceedings, Hatch-Waxman issues, and litigation support from pre-suit to trial. The above partners have a presence in both Dallas and New York. In Washington DC, Eliot Williams - firmwide co-chair for PTAB Trials - has handled hundreds of PTAB matters, alongside Dallas-based PTAB co-chair Chad Walters, an expert in USPTO dispute proceedings, patent portfolio development, procurement, and litigation. In Palo Alto, David Wu advises on patent strategy, portfolio development, and enforcement across technologies from AI and cloud services to medical devices, autonomous vehicles, and mechanical systems. Luke Pedersen and Matthew Avery are key contacts in Dallas and San Francisco. Clarke Stavinoha, in Dallas, is also recommended.

Bookoff McAndrews' Washington DC-based team is highly specialized in patent prosecution, counseling startups, midsize firms, and Fortune 100 companies across industries. Practice head Christopher Agrawal advises established and emerging technology companies on patent protection, and has extensive experience in patent transactions, including due diligence, licensing, sales, acquisitions, and marketing patents to third parties. Ankit Aggarwal is adept in conducting FTO and landscape analyses and providing litigation and PTAB support, including IPR and PGR strategies. Dinesh Melwani is knowledgeable in patent strategies, prosecuting US and international applications, and advising on IP risk. Sangwoo Ahn focuses on patent prosecution, counseling, and portfolio management for computer, electrical, and mechanical innovations. Les Bookoff has advised major companies, startups, universities, and VCs on patent portfolio analysis, and freedom-to-operate strategies. Arash Hamidi is particularly skilled in advising on worldwide opposition and post-grant strategies challenging third-party patent validity.

Haynes and Boone, L.L.P. demonstrates patent filing activity across diverse technologies, including medical devices, semiconductors, chemicals, nanotech, automotive, sports equipment, hydraulic fracturing technologies, and wireless networking equipment. In Dallas, chair of IP Andrew Lowes has extensive experience handling post-grant USPTO proceedings, including ex parte reexaminations and IPRs, while chair of patent trials David O’Dell is skilled in patent licensing and prosecution, with hundreds of IPR petitions filed before the PTAB. In Washington DC, chair of prosecution Jeffrey Wolfson leverages his chemical engineering background, advising clients on patent prosecution, portfolio management, IP agreements, and commercial IP strategy. Also in Dallas, David McCombs is a skilled PTAB attorney handling IPRs, patent litigation, and portfolio development, achieving significant rulings in complex cases. In Orange County, Tom Chen is knowledgeable in technologies including e-commerce, mobile payments, semiconductors, communications, mechanical devices, and computer systems, while Greg Michelson is adept in all fields related to IP. Charlene Liu, in Palo Alto, is also recommended.

Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton excels in patent prosecution, advising inventors, companies, organizations, and universities. Atlanta-based chair Vaibhav Kadaba has extensive patent, trademark, and trade secret experience across software, telecommunications, e-commerce, medical devices, footwear, and chemical technologies. Also in Atlanta are chair Jennifer Arkowitz; deputy chair Michael Turton; and electronics and software co-leader Brenda Holmes. In Winston-Salem, chemistry and life sciences co-leader Charles Calkins has deep experience in patent counseling and portfolio management, including procurement, licensing, and enforcement. Washington DC-based co-leader Nicki Kennedy focuses on US and international prosecution, portfolio management, post-grant proceedings, and related opinions. In Seattle, electronics co-leader Jesse Bennett drafts domestic and foreign patent applications, while managing partner Roger Wylie advises startups, companies, and investors on prosecution, licensing, and litigation. In Houston, mechanical and medical device leader Steve Borgman handles patent cases before federal courts and the ITC. Other key contacts include Joseph Snyder, Jennifer Giordano-Coltart, Cynthia Rothschild, Darin Gibby, Sujit Kotwal, and Craig Largent.

Headed up by a twelve-member Washington DC team, Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox PLLC’s patent prosecution practice is recognized for managing global portfolios, advising on USPTO proceedings, and representing clients in PTAB reviews. Tracy-Gene Durkin, leader of the mechanical and design practice group, is highly knowledgeable in design patent law. Jeremiah B. Frueauf leads the biotechnology and chemical practice, advising life sciences clients on global patent strategy. Michael Specht, chair of the electronics team, handles matters in technology and telecommunications. Patents prosecution co-chair Christian Camarce advises clients on portfolio management across semiconductors, chip design, and wireless technologies. Co-chair Daniel A. Gajewski focuses on utility and design patent protection and IP strategy. Co-chair Carla Ji-Eun Kim is skilled in IP due diligence, freedom-to-operate studies, and prepares patentability and noninfringement opinions. Co-chair Bonnie Nannenga-Combs develops strategies for therapies targeting genetic, rare, and orphan diseases. Co-chairs Richard M. Bemben, Jason Fitzsimmons, Eldora Ellison , R. Wilson Powers III , and Jason Eisenberg are knowledgeable in PTAB trials and reexaminations.

Recognized for advising major corporations, start-ups, and research institutions, Wolf Greenfield & Sacks excels in patent prosecution, with particular expertise in the life sciences sector. Practice head Robert Walat has extensive experience in patent prosecution, diligence, opinion work, and foreign oppositions, with technical expertise spanning materials, mechanical, and chemical technologies. Hunter Baker is knowledgeable in life sciences, combining deep patent law experience to deliver IP strategies to research institutions, universities, biotechnology companies, pharmaceutical firms, and investment advisors. Daniel Young is adept in managing patent portfolios for biologics and small molecules. Elisabeth Hunt is skilled in post-grant proceedings and has represented both challengers and patentees. Philip Hamzik concentrates on pharmaceutical matters, while Zhiyun (Jean) Ge advises innovators in the life sciences sector. Andrew Varrenti prosecutes domestic and international patents across electro-mechanical, and software technologies, including AI, blockchain, cloud computing, and aerospace. Richard Giunta, Patrick Waller, Oona Johnstone and Heather DiPietrantonio are also recommended. All lawyers are based in Boston.

Cooley LLP ‘s patent counseling and prosecution team advises advanced biotech, medtech, software, and electronics companies. Washington DC-based practice head Mike Tuscan is knowledgeable in molecular biology, frequently guiding biotech clients on IP strategy. Also in DC, Jonathan Cousin represents life sciences and pharmaceutical clients, focusing on building and defending high-value portfolios, while Xiaozhen (Shawn) Yu is skilled in patent prosecution, freedom-to-operate, regulatory exclusivity, and high-stakes IP diligence for financings and transactions. In Palo Alto, Mika Reiner Mayer handles patent due diligence for venture financings, acquisitions, and IPOs and advises Silicon Valley startups. In Boston, Scott Weston covers the full spectrum of patent work, with expertise in medical devices and biosensors, among others. In San Diego, Joanna Liebes Hubberts advises on prosecution, due diligence, and disputes, with a focus on the medtech space.

With a focus on life sciences, software, electronics and technology, DLA Piper LLP (US)'s patent development and strategy team continues to excel. Co-leader Sean Cunningham, in the San Diego office, is a highly regarded patent trial lawyer. Co-leader Gina Durham, in San Francisco, is skilled in trademark, copyright, right of publicity, trade dress, false advertising, and AI. In Boston, co-leader Larissa Bifano is adept in patent and IP strategy, counseling, prosecution, diligence, and litigation before the USPTO and federal courts. The San Diego-based Lisa Haile is knowledgeable in molecular and cell biology, regenerative medicine, and related fields, advising on patentability, validity, licensing, FDA matters. In Virginia, James Heintz leads the team’s post-grant review practice, representing clients in district courts and the ITC. In Philadelphia, Raymond Miller advises on prosecution, manufacturing and trade secret protection, and Joseph Wolfe is also recommended.

Led by Heath Briggs in Denver, Melissa Hunter-Ensor in Boston, and Barry J. Schindler in New Jersey, the patent prosecution team at Greenberg Traurig handles global patent portfolios across diverse technologies for major clients. Briggs has extensive patent prosecution, AIA trial, and post-grant review experience across a wide range of technologies. Hunter-Ensor advises life science clients – from startups to global pharma – on patent portfolio management, strategic alliances, litigation, and IP due diligence for investments and transactions. Schindler is skilled in patent prosecution and IP protection, securing hundreds of US and foreign patents for clients across AI, agritech, foodtech, fintech, pharma, medical devices, and other technical fields. David Dykeman  in Boston advises high-tech clients on worldwide patent protection, portfolio strategy, and IP due diligence, while Christopher Bolten in San Diego supports medtech and technology clients on patent protection, IP diligence, and litigation readiness for major acquisitions and cross-border investments.

Headed up by Shannon Reaney in Palo Alto, Morrison Foerster’s patents team provides end-to-end patent services, including global drafting and prosecution. Reaney is highly regarded for counseling across a broad range of life sciences technologies. Also based in Palo Alto, Catherine Polizzi is trusted by iconic brands and disruptive life sciences and healthcare startups, while Janet Xiao is known for global strategic IP management with a focus on China. Dividing his time between San Francisco and Boston, Michael Ward leads high-value global patent strategies for plants and plant products and is a go-to advisor for life sciences, agriculture, and venture capital IP diligence. In Washington DC, Jonathan Bockman advises established and emerging companies, managing global patent portfolios and USPTO disputes. San Diego-based Karen Potter advises life sciences and biotech companies on patent strategy, with particular expertise in cell and gene therapies. Anita Choi, in San Francisco, is also recommended.

Arnold & Porter's patent prosecution practice is particularly renowned in the life sciences sector. Additionally, it excels in both domestic and global patent prosecution, including appeals and interference cases before the USPTO and the Federal Circuit, as well as opposition proceedings in Europe, Asia, South America, and other regions. The broader team intellectual property team is led by Chicago-based Dina Hayes. In Washington DC, David Marsh  specializes in IP counseling, patent prosecution and disputes, Hatch-Waxman issues, post-allowance and appellate proceedings, among others. Also in DC, Alice Ho is knowledgeable in matters related to biotechnology, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and life sciences; covering patent prosecution, PTAB matters, and other litigation.

Led by Dallas-based John Flaim, Baker McKenzie's intellectual property team handles patent applications from filing through issuance and is skilled in specialized USPTO proceedings, including reissues and appeals. Also in Dallas, Vas Vedantam has built patent portfolios across technologies such as AI, software, networking, IoT, blockchain, fintech, healthcare, and electronics. Jessica Greenwald manages patent prosecution, oversees global portfolio strategy, and supports business transactions, while Aaron Lines assists with patent prosecution and litigation. In July 2025, Richard Wells rejoined the team from Venable LLP, working out of the Washington DC office. Wells is highly skilled in patent prosecution, due diligence, and strategic counseling across medical device, oilfield, heavy industry, and software sectors.

BakerHostetler handles patent prosecution across chemical, computer science, electrical, mechanical, and pharmaceutical technologies. Based in Washington DC, broader practice head Mark Tidman has extensive experience in portfolio management. Joseph Lucci advises clients on all aspects of patent strategy, prosecution, portfolio management, and litigation. Steven Samuels  focuses on electronics, communications, and computer technologies. Stephanie Lodise advises on pharmaceutical patent prosecution, including small molecules, drug repositioning, and antibody-drug conjugates. The individuals aforementioned, alongside David N. Farsiou  and Felicity Groth are key contacts in Philadelphia. Others key players include Tayan Patel in DC; Timothy Worrall in Denver; Timothy Casey , Michael J. Swope, and Miranda Wang in Seattle; and Mark Itri, Michael Dreznes and Mark Krietzman in Orange County.

The Boston-based Choate, Hall & Stewart is experienced in managing complex global patent portfolios, with expertise in areas such as cell and gene therapy, antibody development, mRNA, siRNA, and small molecules. The wider IP team is led by Kristen Buteau, who advises pharmaceutical and biotech companies on patent portfolio strategy and product lifecycle management; Brenda Herschbach Jarrell, who guides life sciences companies and investors on IP strategy, transactions, and solutions; and Charles Lyon, who advises on IP due diligence and freedom-to-operate matters. Also key is Brian Reese, skilled in managing complex patent portfolios; Rolando Medina, experienced in preparation, prosecution, and portfolio counseling; and Stephanie Schonewald, specializing in post-grant patent challenges.

Known for advising major global corporations and managing large patent portfolios, Eversheds Sutherland excels in IP prosecution. Kevin King, leader of the US IP team and chair of the medical devices practice, has extensive expertise in IP for medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and biomedical sectors. Peter Pappas, co-head of the global IP team, counsels on IP protection, transactions, and disputes across energy, chemicals, manufacturing, and fashion industries. William Warren, head of the US life sciences team, focuses on biotechnology, medical device, and pharmaceutical patents, covering prosecution, counseling, licensing, and IP due diligence. Daniel Warren handles domestic and international patent and trademark prosecution, while Umar Bakhsh advises on cybersecurity, privacy, and IP transactions. Jeremy D. Spier manages portfolios for multinational and Fortune 100 clients. All are based in Atlanta.

Foley Hoag LLP’s patent prosecution team represents biotech companies, research institutions and market leaders. Co-head David Halstead handles complex patent strategies and freedom-to-operate matters, advising major biotech and pharmaceutical companies. Co-head Susan Abelleira advises top life sciences investors and companies on prosecution, and diligence, as well as managing global portfolios. Co-head Lucas Watkin focuses on patent advisory and portfolio management. Hathaway Russell secures critical patent protections for US and foreign clients, while DeAnn Smith works on patent strategy, prosecution, and portfolio value creation. Partners in Boston include all above; in New York, Stephen Kenny specializes in product clearance and patentability landscapes, and Erik Huestis advises clients on patent prosecution, PTAB proceedings, licensing, and corporate IP matters.

Goodwin is adept in patent prosecution across life sciences, biotech, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, software, hardware, data analytics, consumer electronics, business methods, financial systems, and e-commerce. Boston-based co-head Catherine McCarty specializes in pharmaceutical and chemistry-related IP, including small molecules, salts, solid forms, and chemical processes, and has handled related litigation. Silicon Valley-based co-chair James Riley advises emerging tech companies and venture capital firms on IP strategy, licensing, AI, data privacy, and technology-related financings and M&A. In Boston, Theresa Kavanaugh develops patent strategies for therapeutics, including NCEs, and biologics, guiding clients on FDA approvals, M&A, partnerships, and financings. Also in Boston are Scott Bluni and Duncan Greenhalgh. Other key contacts include Michael Shuster  in San Francisco.

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP ‘s broader intellectual property department, led by Washington DC-based John Gary Maynard and Tyler Maddry, has prosecuted US and international utility and design patents across a wide range of technologies. Also in DC, Daniel Shanley prepares and prosecutes US, PCT, and foreign utility and design patent applications across multiple industries, while Yisun Song works across sectors such as electronics, digital assets, and blockchain. In Houston, Gregory Porter  advises companies on patent, copyright, and trade secret law, portfolio management, patent strategy, IP due diligence, and contested patent proceedings. In New York, Gary Abelev represents domestic and international clients in patent litigation, agency proceedings, portfolio management, procurement, and licensing, while Armin Ghiam covers all aspects of the IP lifecycle.

Recognized for managing worldwide trademark and patent portfolios, K&L Gates handles complex disputes before US courts, the ITC, and the PTAB. Department co-head Jason Engel is skilled in post-grants and patent litigation, working out of the Chicago office, alongside co-head Matthew Dicke, who has extensive experience in portfolio management, opinions, licensing, post-grant proceedings, due diligence, and IP litigation. Also in Seattle, Pam Kohli Jacobson has a broad IP practice, covering portfolio management and litigation across the country. In Pittsburgh, Roberto Capriotti is adept in preparation, prosecution, and litigation of patents, trademarks, and copyrights. In Boston, David Lu and Hannah Koyfman are both highly knowledgeable in global patent strategy.

The patent counseling and prosecution team at Lowenstein Sandler LLP excels in prosecution and post-grant proceedings. Splitting his time between New York and New Jersey, practice head Mark Kesslen advises on IP matters spanning software, digital media, fintech, SaaS, hardware, and business methods, including portfolio management, litigation strategy, and guidance on open source, trademarks, and privacy risks. In Palo Alto, Marina Portnova has secured patents for clients from startups to industry leaders, while Benjamin Kimes works on protection matters in software, networking, image processing, medical devices, machine learning, and applied sciences. In Utah, Kevin Grange advises clients nationwide on patent strategy, including application preparation and prosecution. In New Jersey, Robert Paradiso handles prosecution, FTO, invalidity counseling, technology transfer, and IP matters for licensing, M&A, and joint ventures.

Co-led by Doug Carsten in San Diego and Jennifer Mikulina in Chicago, McDermott Will & Schulte excels in patent prosecution alongside global IP strategy, due diligence, procurement, product clearance, and licensing. Additionally, it has stellar cross-sector expertise in healthcare, life sciences, pharmaceutical, and medical technology sectors. Silicon Valley-based Judy Mohr leads patent matters from drafting and filing through appeals and oppositions, drawing on her deep expertise in biology, chemistry, and engineering. Splitting his time between Silicon Valley and Chicago, Ahsan Shaikh advises elite technology clients on portfolio development, patentability, analytics-driven prosecution strategy, and IP diligence. In Boston, Charles Larsen focuses on transatlantic patent validity and infringement, counseling on freedom-to-operate and supporting litigation before US courts, the PTAB, EPO oppositions, and Europe’s Unified Patent Court.

Norton Rose Fulbright excels in drafting, filing, and prosecuting complex US and foreign patent applications. Wider IP practice head Tim Kenny, in Minneapolis, has managed hundreds of IP cases, TTAB/UDRP proceedings, trademark enforcement, and international litigation matters. In Austin, head of US patents, Eagle Robinson represents clients in PTAB post-issuance proceedings and federal court litigation, achieving successes in IPRs, appeals, and district courts nationwide. Splitting her time between Austin and New York, Gina Shishima guides clients in biotech, pharma, and medical devices on all aspects of patent strategy, prosecution, litigation, and due diligence. With a presence in Austin and Houston, Daniel Leventhal is a trusted patent litigator for leading tech companies, handling complex district court and PTAB cases nationwide. Also in Austin, Mike Krawzsenek specializes in securing patents.

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP secures patent protection for domestic and international clients, as well as representing them in various proceedings before the PTAB. Leading the broader intellectual property team is Michael Zeliger; who splits his time between Silicon Valley and New York, Christopher Kao; in San Francisco, and Jack Barufka; who is present in both Washington DC and Northern Virginia. Barufka is notable for his IP counseling, litigation, prosecution, licensing, transactions, enforcement, and post-grant proceedings. In San Diego, Robert Bedgood has extensive experience in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and diagnostics. In Northern Virginia, Patrick Doody handles PTAB challenges, patent litigation, opinions, due diligence, and product-launch support. In Austin, Chris Drymalla has expertise in developing IP portfolios and enforcing or defending IP rights in US courts and post-grant proceedings.

Recognized for prosecuting patents before the USPTO and globally, Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP  handles hundreds of client files from startups to major companies. Co-head Cory Fisher advises on patent portfolio development across AI, manufacturing, financial services, and consumer products. Co-head Trent Webb has extensive experience in litigation involving patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. Keith Bae advises on patent preparation, prosecution, and strategy across software, telecom, electrical, and mechanical technologies, including AI and blockchain. Elena McFarland is skilled in preparing and prosecuting patents, delivering cutting-edge inventions to a major mobile network. Clint Newton represents household brands in trademark matters before the TTAB. Leonard Searcy secures patent, trademark, and copyright protection domestically and internationally. All partners mentioned are based in Kansas City, Missouri.

Atlanta IP boutique, Thomas Horstemeyer LLP, is dedicated to domestic and international patent preparation and prosecution across a range of specialisms, including computer science, chemistry, engineering, and fintech, representing sophisticated companies, as well as educational institutions. Founding partner Scott Horstemeyer has managed global portfolios, prosecuted patents, and advised on licensing for international technology manufacturing companies. Michael D’Aurelio is another key member of the patent prosecution team whose prosecution experience spans the printing, imaging, optical/electrical systems, and automotive technologies, where he also offers opinions regarding patentability, non-infringement, and invalidity.

Headed up by James E. Schutz and Andrew Zappia, Troutman Pepper Locke LLP's wider intellectual property team excels across technology, life sciences and consumer products sectors. In Atlanta, Schutz has extensive experience in patent prosecution and litigation, with particular knowledge on software products. In Rochester, Zappia has broad experience handling IP licensing and disputes, including patent, trademark, and copyright matters while Tate L. Tischner advises clients on domestic and foreign utility patent prosecution, plant patents, plant variety certificates, and interferences, among others. In Richmond, Christopher J. Forstner focuses on drafting and prosecuting patent applications, while John A. Morrissett focuses on domestic and foreign patent portfolios for electrical and mechanical technologies. In Philadelphia Michael K. Jones works on portfolio management, patent procurement, and patent opinions, and the enforcement and defense of patent rights.

Venable LLP's patents prosecution practice represents Silicon Valley tech companies, leading universities and global corporations with complex, worldwide patent portfolios. Co-leader Michele Frank advises across diverse industries including medical, software, aerospace, consumer products, and robotics, possessing skills in global patent prosecution, portfolio management, IP agreements, licensing, and due diligence. Co-leader Brian Klock, a former USPTO examiner, has vast patent prosecution experience, and represents clients in ex parte and contested USPTO proceedings. Jaqueline DiRamio is adept in prosecution, IP transactions, and litigation, across a variety of scientific sectors. Keith Haddaway assists with strategy, protection, and commercialization of inventions. Jeffri Kaminski has represented start-ups and large multinational corporations on patent prosecution issues. All partners mentioned are based in Washington DC.

Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP ‘s patent prosecution team delivers services spanning investigations, strategic analysis, global preparation and prosecution, as well as full portfolio management. Co-leaders Preston Heard and Greg Liebold work out of the Atlanta and Phoenix offices, respectively. In Raleigh, Ryan Cagle focuses on chemical, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology patent prosecution, similarly to Chris Humphrey, who has focus on chemicals and chemical manufacturing technologies. In Boston, Cristin Cowles focuses on molecular biology and biochemistry, specializing in developing and managing international patent portfolios, while Danielle Herritt is skilled in representing clients in parallel PTAB matters. In Houston, Karthika Perumal is adept in all aspects of IP, transactional, and technology law, advising clients on patent prosecution, portfolio development, disputes, and IP monetization.