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Sheila Swaroop Named “Patent Lawyer of the Year” at 2026 IFLR Women in Business Law Awards
IRVINE, Calif., May 29, 2026 – Knobbe Martens is pleased to share that Sheila Swaroop, Chair of Knobbe Martens’ Litigation practice, was named the “North America Patent Lawyer of the...
In Law360 Interview, Philip Nelson Discusses Subject Matter Eligibility Declarations in USPTO Patent Application Process
In the Law360 article “How Patent Eligibility Declarations Can Stave Off Rejection,” Knobbe Martens partner Philip Nelson discussed the practical impacts of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s recent update...
Dozens of Knobbe Martens Partners Recognized in 2026 IAM Patent 1000 Guide
IRVINE, Calif., May 28, 2026 – Knobbe Martens, a leading intellectual property law firm, and its partners were once again recognized for excellence across patent law in the 2026 edition...
Sheila Swaroop Quoted in MLex on Sedona Conference Model Jury Instructions for DTSA Federal Trade Secret Litigation
In a recent MLex article on The Sedona Conference’s model jury instructions for federal litigation under the Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA), Knobbe Martens partner Sheila Swaroop shared insights on...
Knobbe Martens Delivers Federal Circuit Win for Lupin in Hatch-Waxman Dispute Involving Kidney Disease Drug
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 21, 2026 – A team from Knobbe Martens secured a substantial appellate victory on behalf of Lupin Ltd., ensuring patients a cost-effective option for treating life-threatening kidney...
Three Knobbe Martens Partners Named Among Top IP Lawyers in California by Daily Journal
Sheila Swaroop, Brian Horne and Joseph Re recognized for strength in intellectual property litigation IRVINE, Calif., May 20, 2026 – Reflecting the firm’s strengths in high-stakes litigation, Knobbe Martens is...
Jeff Van Hoosear Shares Trademark Protection Strategies for Namesake Beauty Brands in BeautyMatter
In a recent BeautyMatter article exploring the legal complexities of trademark ownership and brand protection in the beauty industry, Knobbe Martens partner Jeff Van Hoosear shared insights on trademark registration,...
Dan Gibson Discusses How AI, Cloud Gaming, and Games-as-a-Service Are Reshaping Patent Strategy in the Video Game Industry
In a recent feature by Parola Analytics, Knobbe Martens partner Dan Gibson shared insights on how intellectual property and patent strategy are evolving in the video game industry amid advances...
Jeremiah Helm Shares Post-Argument Insights on Supreme Court “Skinny Label” Patent Infringement Case, Hikma v. Amarin
Following April 29 oral arguments in Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. v. Amarin Pharma, Inc., the closely watched Supreme Court case on whether a generic drug manufacturer can be held liable...
Knobbe Martens Named Life Sciences Prosecution Firm of the Year at Life Sciences Patent Network Awards
IRVINE, Calif., May 1, 2026 – Knobbe Martens is proud to share the firm received the “Life Sciences Prosecution Firm of the Year” award at the 2026 Life Sciences Patent...
Jonathan Menkes Comments on Sports Trademark Trends and Generative AI in World Intellectual Property Review
In a recent interview with World Intellectual Property Review, Knobbe Martens Trademark and Brand Protection partner Jonathan Menkes, Co-Chair of the firm’s Sports and Gaming practice, shared insights on the...
Jeremiah Helm Quoted by Media on Upcoming Supreme Court “Skinny Label” Case Arguments
Knobbe Martens partner Jeremiah Helm shared his insights with Law360 and MLex on the key issues in the Supreme Court case Hikma v. Amarin ahead of oral arguments this week....
Knobbe Martens’ Litigation Practice, Partner Brian Horne Named Finalists at The Recorder’s California Legal Awards
Firm named a finalist for Tech Industry Litigation Department of the Year, Mr. Horne among Intellectual Property Lawyer of the Year finalists IRVINE, Calif., April 28, 2026 – Knobbe Martens...
Knobbe Martens Again Named Among Leading Fashion Law Firms by The Fashion Law
IRVINE, Calif., April 23, 2026 – Highlighting the firm’s extensive experience in IP protection and enforcement for some of the world’s most well-known fashion brands, Knobbe Martens has once again...
Tom Cowan Discusses IP Issues Relevant to “Dual-Use” Aerospace Technologies on The Space Hour Podcast
In a recent episode of The Space Hour podcast, Knobbe Martens partner Tom Cowan offered insights on the unique intellectual property (IP) challenges facing “dual-use” aerospace companies – those technology...
Jonathan Menkes Offers Insights in Law360 on Lion King Defamation Suit and Public Commenting Risks
In the Law360 article “’Lion King’ Suit May Not Reign In Podcasting Legal Jungle,” Knobbe Martens Trademark and Brand Protection partner Jonathan Menkes shared insights on the legal foundations of...
Three Knobbe Martens Partners Named Los Angeles Times “Life Sciences Visionaries”
IRVINE, Calif., April 20, 2026 – Knobbe Martens is pleased to share that partners Salima Merani, Ph.D., Jason Jardine, and Kimberly Miller, Ph.D. have been recognized as “Life Sciences Visionaries”...
Knobbe Martens Receives Firm of the Year, Litigation Honors at 2026 Managing IP Americas Awards
IRVINE, Calif., April 10, 2026 – Knobbe Martens is proud to announce that the firm received multiple recognitions at the 2026 Managing IP Awards, including “IP Boutique Firm of the...
Charlene Azema and Sheila Swaroop Shortlisted for 2026 Women in Business Law Awards
IRVINE, Calif., April 2, 2026 – Knobbe Martens is pleased to share that partners Charlene Azema and Sheila Swaroop have been shortlisted for the 2026 Women in Business Law Americas...
Knobbe Martens Named Among Top Patent Prosecution Leaders in Patexia Report
IRVINE, Calif., April 1, 2026 – Knobbe Martens is pleased to share that the firm and several of its partners were highlighted in Patexia’s 2026 Patent Prosecution Leaders report for...
Jonathan Menkes Comments on UGG Trade Dress Ruling in World Trademark Review
Knobbe Martens Sports and Gaming Practice co-chair Jonathan Menkes was recently quoted in World Trademark Review discussing a U.S. district court decision finding that certain UGG boot designs lack protectable...