Knobbe Martens Ranked as a Top Tier Law Firm by U.S. News & World Report in the 2021 “Best Law Firms” Rankings

Knobbe Martens has once again been recognized as a leading intellectual property law firm in the 2021 “Best Law Firms” rankings by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers®. The firm received a national “Tier 1” recognition for its prowess in patent litigation and patent law, further solidifying its reputation as one of the country’s most respected intellectual property law firms. Additionally, it was recognized for its eminent status in intellectual property litigation, trademark law, technology law and information technology law.

Among metropolitan areas, Knobbe Martens’ offices in Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego and Seattle received “Tier 1” rankings in various practice areas, including patent litigation, while its Orange County office also obtained recognition for its copyright law and appellate practices.

Several of Knobbe’s clients provided feedback on the firm’s performance as part of the research process. Clients’ comments included, “I have no doubt in my mind that Knobbe Martens is the best IP law firm in the U.S.” and “I have been very impressed with the collaboration of the Knobbe Martens' team between the Intellectual Property Litigation and Prosecution groups.”

The annual rankings from U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers® honor U.S. law firms for outstanding performance and client service in more than 75 practice areas. Participating law firms must have at least one attorney named to the current edition of The Best Lawyers in America, which recognizes the top five percent of private practicing lawyers. Official rankings are then determined through rigorous evaluations from thousands of clients and attorneys rating firms’ expertise, responsiveness, business acumen, cost effectiveness, civility and whether they would refer a client, among other areas. Tier designation is reserved for the most highly respected firms in the nation, reflecting the highest praise and regard from clients and other leading attorneys in the same fields.

The full 2021 “Best Law Firms” rankings from U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers® can be viewed here.