New class advances firm commitment to investing in talent across a range of technical disciplines
IRVINE, Calif., September 10, 2025 – Knobbe Martens is pleased to announce the arrival of its 2025 associate class to the firm. The 18 members of this year’s class, all of whom were with the firm as summer associates last year, join in offices along the West and East coasts, reflecting Knobbe Martens’ commitment to attracting and nurturing top-tier talent nationwide.
Associates in the 2025 class hold degrees across an array of disciplines ranging from biomedical, electrical, and mechanical engineering, computer science, and more—with many also holding advanced degrees.
Commenting on the incoming class, Managing Partner Steven Nataupsky said, “Our 2025 class represents an extraordinary group of associates whose technical abilities, legal training, and diverse experiences will strengthen our practice and our culture. We are confident their skills will make a meaningful impact for our clients, and I am delighted to welcome this talented group to Knobbe Martens.”
Knobbe Martens is proud to maintain a unique, homegrown approach to talent development. The firm recently concluded its 2025 summer associate program, hosting nearly two dozen law students across its offices. The firm is delighted that all offers extended to this year’s summer associate class to start as full-time associates next fall have been accepted. In total, over 85% of Knobbe Martens associates participated in the firm’s summer program. Additionally, over 85% of partners started with the firm as first-year associates and have spent their entire legal careers with Knobbe Martens—a testament to the firm’s commitment to developing the next generation of outstanding IP professionals.
Find more information on careers at Knobbe Martens 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.
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