IAM Patent highlights Klarquist’s “rare blend of technical fluency, trial strength, and long-range strategic judgment,” noting the firm’s ability to develop patent portfolios and litigation strategies that stand up to scrutiny while supporting clients’ competitive advantage. The Oregon team also earned strong recognition for its work in non-contentious patent matters.

Sixteen attorneys were individually acknowledged for their leadership and contributions across patent prosecution and litigation:

• Mike Girard, Sheree Rybak, Greg Scott, Mark Wilson, and Brandon Johnson were recognized for delivering strategically aligned IP counsel.
• Johanna Schwartz was highlighted as a “go-to patent prosecutor,” bringing technical precision and commercial insight to prosecution strategy.
• Kyle Rinehart was noted for his work in U.S. and international patent drafting and prosecution, particularly in advanced technologies.
• Robert Scotti was recognized for bridging prosecution and litigation, advising major clients on portfolio strategy and risk.
• On the litigation side, John Vandenberg and Andy Mason—both nationally renowned—were highlighted alongside Sarah Jelsema and Todd Siegel for their successful representation of Motorola before the Federal Circuit.
• Additional litigators Jeffrey Love, Kristin Cleveland, Chris Carraway, and Scott Davis were recognized for their deep experience and strong client advocacy in high-stakes patent disputes.

The publication also noted “clients turn to Klarquist Sparkman for its rare blend of technical fluency, trial strength and long-range strategic judgment… shaping portfolios and litigation strategies that withstand scrutiny while sustaining competitive advantage.” Read more of what IAM Patent had to say about our team here.

IAM Patent 1000 identifies the world’s leading patent professionals and firms through extensive research and interviews, evaluating depth of expertise, market presence, and the caliber of work performed.