Rothwell Figg and Ten Attorneys Named Among World's Leading Patent Service Providers in 2024 IAM Patent 1000 

Rothwell Figg and ten firm partners have been recognized in the 2024 edition of IAM Patent 1000: The World’s Leading Patent Professionals, a guide regarded as the “definitive go-to resource” for those seeking world-class patent expertise. The 13^th edition’s rankings shine a spotlight on firms and individuals deemed outstanding in the area of patent law. 

Rothwell Figg is again ranked Silver for Litigation and Highly Recommended for Prosecution in the D.C. Metro Area. In addition, the firm is nationally Recommended for Post-Grant Proceedings.

Described as “a compact yet highly efficient team,” Rothwell Figg is "highly revered for their capabilities across the full spectrum of patent needs" and the attorneys "can seamlessly navigate between litigation and filing responsibilities, ensuring a well-coordinated approach to addressing legal challenges." On the litigation front, Rothwell Figg's organization "allows the firm to ensure a well-fitted response to client needs and a swift progression of legal proceedings.”

Following an extensive research process conducted over the course of five months and collecting input from over 1800 industry specialists around the world, the ten Rothwell Figg attorneys who received recognition for their exceptional work in patent law by the 2024 edition of IAM Patent 1000 are:

• E. Anthony Figg – Ranked as a Luminary in the D.C. Metro Area
  • “A leading light at the practice and in the IP market as a whole, firm founder Anthony Figg continues to impress as a 'top Hatch-Waxman litigation strategist and excellent pleader.'”
• Steven Lieberman – Ranked Gold in Litigation in the D.C. Metro Area; Recommended for Post-Grant Proceedings Nationwide
  • ”[W]ell-rounded litigator Steven Lieberman..."
• Joseph Hynds – Ranked Silver in Litigation in the D.C. Metro Area; Recommended for Post-Grant Proceedings Nationwide
  • "Also revered for his prowess in life sciences litigation is Joseph Hynds, whose thoughtful strategies, thorough methods and record of success have earned him longstanding patrons in the medical device and pharmaceutical industries." 
• Martin Zoltick – Ranked Bronze in Litigation in the D.C. Metro Area; Recommended for Prosecution in the D.C. Metro Area; Recommended for Post-Grant Proceedings Nationwide
  • "[Martin's] niche lies in software IP, offering services across the board.."
• Danny Huntington – Highly Recommended for Prosecution in the D.C. Metro Area; Highly Recommended for Post-Grant Proceedings Nationwide
  •  “'Danny was a highly trusted and respected adviser on all legal matters, as well as business strategy.'”

• Brian Rosenbloom – Recommended for Prosecution in the D.C. Metro Area
  • "Sought after by media, software and telecommunications companies for his patent portfolio prowess, Brian Rosenbloom 'is a keen strategist when it comes to patent prosecution and knows well how to work with the examiners at the USPTO to cost-effectively obtain strong patent protection. Brian’s great strengths are his technical ability and knowledge, and his communication abilities, and particularly his ability to communicate arcane patent laws and rules into English that I can easily understand, as well as his ability to communicate clearly and succinctly a strategy for helping us maximise the value of our intellectual property.'"
• Jennifer Nock – Recommended for Prosecution in the D.C. Metro Area
  • "With a forte in pharmaceutical patent matters, Jennifer Nock is a trusted partner to her following, providing them with 'concise and understandable advice. She is very creative, an excellent pleader and very pleasant to work with.'"
• Robert Parker – Ranked Silver in Litigation in the D.C. Metro Area
  • "Robert Parker has 'rich experience and a wealth of knowledge in the specialised field of ITC cases'...he is an educator and authority in the field of IP litigation."
• Sharon Davis – Ranked Silver in Litigation in the D.C. Metro Area
  • "Technology litigation buff Sharon Davis..." 
  • “'Sharon is knowledgeable and conscientious. Her work product is excellent.'”
• Aydin Harston – Recommended for Prosecution in the D.C. Metro Area
  • "'I would rate Aydin at the top in terms of his responsiveness, clear understanding of the subject matter which is being addressed in the patent application, preparation of the response to office actions and, in general, about patent matters and searches.'"

Qualifications for a listing come as a result of sufficient positive feedback from peers and clients with knowledge of their practice and the market within which they operate. When identifying the leading firms, factors such as depth of knowledge, market presence, and the level of work on which they are typically instructed were all taken into account, as well as positive peer and client feedback. To learn more, and to see the full 2024 IAM Patent 1000 rankings, please visit the rankings site.