Knobbe Martens Partners Named Among Global IP Leaders in IAM Strategy 300 Guide
IRVINE, Calif., August 14, 2026 – Knobbe Martens is proud to share that eight of the firm’s partners were recognized in the 2026 edition of IAM Strategy 300: The World’s...
Understanding AI and Patent Eligibility
In this episode of Knobbe IP+, Knobbe Martens partners Jarom Kesler and Bryan McWhorter discuss the latest developments in AI and patent eligibility. Sharing insights for both fellow IP practitioners and...
Nine Knobbe Martens Partners Recognized in 2026 Lexology Index: IP Guide
IRVINE, Calif., August 12, 2026 – Leading intellectual property law firm Knobbe Martens is pleased to share that nine partners have been recognized in the 2026 edition of Lexology Index:...
Sophia Space and Caltech Obtain Orbital Data Center Patent
Key Takeaways: Sophia Space and Caltech recently announced that they have received a patent related to modular, passively-cooled, computing and data storage units which can be assembled into a large-scale...
Tripling Down on Space: U.S. Space Force Expands Launch Contracts to $17B, Raising the Stakes for IP
Key Takeaway: The Space Force’s decision to triple the size of its Lane 1 launch procurement contract underscores its expectation of rapidly increasing demand for commercial space launch services and...
Jarom Kesler Explores Patent-Term Adjustment in the Post-Forest Era in IPWatchdog Article
In a recent article published in IPWatchdog, Knobbe Martens partner Jarom Kesler explores the impact of In re Forest, a 2025 Federal Circuit decision that addressed the question, “What value...
Knobbe Martens Names Harnik Shukla and Bryan McWhorter Co-Chairs of Artificial Intelligence Practice
New co-chairs will guide strategy and focus of firm’s longstanding work at the intersection of AI and intellectual property IRVINE, Calif. and SEATTLE, August 4, 2026 – Leading intellectual property law firm Knobbe Martens is...
Knobbe Martens Receives Top-Tier Recognitions in 2026 IP STARS Rankings by Managing IP
Firm sustains national top-tier rankings for patent prosecution and life sciences IP along with top state rankings for standout IP work; ten Knobbe Martens lawyers named “IP STARS” IRVINE, Calif.,...
Knobbe Martens Shortlisted in Eight Categories for 2026 LMG Life Sciences Awards, Including Firm of the Year
IRVINE, Calif., July 22, 2026 – Leading intellectual property law firm Knobbe Martens is proud to share that the firm and several of its partners are shortlisted in eight categories...
Supersonic Flight Could Return to the U.S. Soon: FAA Proposes Framework for Commercial Supersonic Flight
Key Takeaway: The FAA’s proposed performance-based framework could create a path for routine commercial supersonic flight over land in the U.S. Aerospace companies developing supersonic aircraft, boom-mitigation systems, and compliance...
Federal Circuit Affirms Invalidation of Patent for Lack of Enablement of Claims Directed to a Method of Treating a Patient With “A Unit Dosage” in Wyeth LLC v. Astrazeneca Pharmaceuticals LP.
Key Takeaway: Federal Circuit invalidates patent claims directed to a method for treating non-small cell lung cancer through administration of “a unit dosage” of an irreversible epidermal growth factor receptor...
Sheila Swaroop Quoted in Allure on Patent Strategy for Beauty and Skincare Products
In a recent interview with Allure, Knobbe Martens Litigation Practice Chair Sheila Swaroop weighed in on the intellectual property aspects of skincare brand SkinCeuticals’ recent reformulation of their C E...
Profiles in Leadership Journal Recognizes Four Knobbe Martens Partners in 2026 Mid-Year Leadership Awards
IRVINE, Calif., July 14, 2026 – Leading intellectual property law firm Knobbe Martens is pleased to share that four of the firm’s partners—Jessica Achtsam, Charlene Azema, Irfan Lateef, and Christy...
Jeremiah Helm and Sean Murray Analyze Federal Circuit Ruling on “About” and Patent Claim Indefiniteness in Law360
In their latest Law360 column on recent notable Federal Circuit decisions, Knobbe Martens partners Jeremiah Helm and Sean Murray analyze the Federal Circuit’s decision in Enviro Tech Chemical Services, Inc....
Amendments to Mexico’s Federal Law for Protection of Industrial Property Inform More Flexible International IP Strategy for Biotech Companies
Key Takeaway: Amendments to Mexico’s Federal Law for Protection of Industrial Property align more with U.S. Patent and Trademark Office standards for restoring priority and application revival, increasing international patent...
Ben Katzenellenbogen Discusses Deckers v. Quince UGG Design Patent Trial with Legal and Fashion Industry Media
In interviews with World Trademark Review, MLex, and Women’s Wear Daily, Knobbe Martens partner Ben Katzenellenbogen shared his insights on a recent California district court decision in a design patent...
Structuring Solar IP Claims for Leverage: How System Claims and Induced or Contributory Infringement Can Expand Enforcement Options
Key Takeaways: Nextpower’s mix of apparatus and system claims illustrates how claim strategy can expand enforcement flexibility. Additionally, carefully drafting patent claims can expand the scope of protection of the...
Sashank Krothapally and Ryan Newell Recognized by USPTO for Pro Bono Patent Prosecution Work
SAN FRANCISCO and NEW YORK, June 15, 2026 – Knobbe Martens is proud to share that associates Sashank Krothapally and Ryan Newell received the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s Patent...
Knobbe Martens, Dozens of Partners Receive Top Rankings in IP Law in Legal 500 USA Guide
IRVINE, Calif., June 11, 2026 – Knobbe Martens, a leading intellectual property law firm, is proud to share that the firm and three dozen lawyers received national and regional recognition...
From Waste to Resource: Lunar Wastewater Systems Highlight Emerging Space Infrastructure and a Growing Multi-Use IP Landscape
Key Takeaway: As space exploration moves toward longer-duration missions and sustained human presence, the need for closed-loop systems for water, waste, and air is driving innovation in space infrastructure. These...
Jarom Kesler Comments on USPTO Ex Parte Reexamination Denial Trends in Law360
In the Law360 article “USPTO Clamping Down Reexam Bids After IPR Denials,” Knobbe Martens partner Jarom Kesler shared how a recent ruling from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)...
