Knobbe News
Mark Lezama Quoted in World Trademark Review on ‘Kat Von D’ Copyright Infringement Test
In a recent World Trademark Review article, Knobbe Martens’ Copyright Litigation Co-Chair Mark Lezama discussed the nuances of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals’ two-step ‘extrinsic-intrinsic’ test for copyright infringement....
Knobbe Martens Earns Multiple Recognitions in Daily Journal’s ‘Top Verdicts’ Feature
Firm recognized for noteworthy patent infringement and trade secret jury trial wins for Masimo and Sigray, Inc. IRVINE, Calif., February 25, 2026 – Demonstrating Knobbe Martens’ across-the-board strength in IP...
Sixteen Knobbe Martens Lawyers Receive Recognition on 2026 Southern California Super Lawyers List
IRVINE, Calif., February 20, 2026 – Knobbe Martens is pleased to share that 16 of the firm’s lawyers have been recognized on the 2026 Southern California Super Lawyers list. The...
Blogs
Journalist’s Claims Are a No-Fly Zone – “Top Guns” to Top Gun: Maverick
Key Takeaway: When drafting an intellectual property contract that will remain valid for years or decades, it is important to include terms that are flexible enough to account for unforeseen...
Scope of Government Contractor Immunity From Patent Infringement Further Defined in Mars “Ingenuity” Helicopter Appeal
Key Takeaway: Government contractors who infringe third party patents while performing work “for the Government” and “with the authorization or consent of the Government” are immune from liability for the...
Staking Claims Among the Stars: Patent Protection in the New Space Economy
Key Takeaway: Due to the lower barrier to entry to space, companies that file patents in this developing field now will not only protect their investments but secure an early,...
Publications
In Law360 Article, Jeremiah Helm and Sean Murray Explore Role of Expert Testimony in Patent Litigation
In the latest installment of their Law360 series on recent noteworthy Federal Circuit decisions, Knobbe Martens partners Jeremiah Helm and Sean Murray cover the court’s ruling in Barry v. DePuy...
Knobbe Martens Partners Outline Major USPTO Policy Shifts in Law360 Article
In a recent Law360 article, Knobbe Martens partners Rosaleen Chou, Ted Cannon, and Philip Nelson highlight significant policy developments at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) expected to shape...
Liars and Vishers and Scams, Oh My! How Brands Can Defend Against Trademark Fraud
Owners of federal trademark registrations have become a popular target for scams. They need to protect themselves from others who try to use information in the trademark registration for their...
Podcasts
AI and Copyright: Navigating the Legal Maze with Liz Rothman
In this episode of Knobbe IP+, Knobbe Martens partner Mark Lezama is joined by attorney and emerging technology advisor Liz Rothman to discuss the complex topic of artificial intelligence and...
Using Technology and Empowering Communities to Mitigate Wildfire Risk – The Story of FlameMapper
In the latest episode of the Knobbe IP+ podcast, Knobbe Martens partner Mauricio Uribe speaks with Shea Broussard, Oliver Curtis, and Jim Kniss, the team behind FlameMapper, an AI-based solution...
Building Bridges: How Patent Pathways is Shaping a Diverse IP Future
In this episode of the Knobbe IP+ podcast, Knobbe Martens Chief Diversity & Talent Development Officer Terra Davis speaks with guest Elaine Spector, Harrity & Harrity partner and Advisory Board...
Aerospace Update | February 2026
The Next Era of Aerospace Advancement: AI Optimizing Operations, Safety, and Strategy T. Tyler Golian & Vlad Teplitskiy AI has become a buzzword synonymous with transformation, revolution, and innovation. Some industries are...
Federal Circuit Review | February 2026
Conceptual Similarity Does Not Go Arm in Arm with Substantial Similarity In Range Of Motion Products, LLC v. Armaid Company Inc., Appeal No. 23-2427, the Federal Circuit held that...
Litigation Update | February 2026
Result-Oriented Claims and Section 101: Claiming the How Daniel Kiang & Brandon Cormier Result-oriented claims were found ineligible under 35 U.S.C ? 101 because the claims did not describe how...
Presentations
4th Annual MCLE-a-thon: How to Acquire & Enforce Non‑Traditional Marks
As part of the firm’s 4th annual MCLE‑a‑thon, Rosaleen Chou and Jacob Rosenbaum explore strategies for acquiring, protecting, and enforcing non‑traditional trademarks, including trade dress, color, sound, and other unconventional...
4th Annual MCLE-a-thon: IP in Action: Top 10 Patent, Trademark & Copyright Cases of 2025
As part of the firm’s 4th annual MCLE‑a‑thon, partners Jared Bunker and Lynda Zadra‑Symes review the most significant patent, trademark, and copyright decisions of 2025. The presentation covers key developments...
4th Annual MCLE-a-thon: Multifaceted Discrimination in the Legal Community: Intersectionality of Gender, Race, Ethnicity, and Sexual Orientation
As part of the firm’s 4th annual MCLE‑a‑thon, partner Jeff Van Hoosear and Chief Diversity & Talent Development Officer Terra Davis examine the concept of intersectionality and its impact within...
