ROYAL OAK, Mich. – Brooks Kushman is proud to announce that the firm has been awarded the Gold standard in the 2026 edition of the IAM Patent 1000: The World's Leading Patent Professionals. This recognition highlights the firm's exceptional capabilities in both patent litigation and prosecution, reinforcing its position as a national leader in intellectual property law.
The IAM Patent 1000 identifies the top patent professionals and firms around the globe, based on an extensive research process involving client and peer feedback, as well as independent analysis. Brooks Kushman's inclusion at the Gold level demonstrates its deep technical expertise, strategic insight, and long-standing client trust.
In addition to the firm's Gold ranking, several Brooks Kushman attorneys were individually recognized for their outstanding work:
Sangeeta Shah – Recommended in
Prosecution
Matthew Jakubowski – Recommended in
Prosecution
Michael Brodbine – Recommended in
Prosecution
John LeRoy – Recommended in
Litigation
Tiffany Fidler, Ph.D. – Recommended in
Prosecution
Marc Lorelli – Recommended in
Litigation
Frank Angileri – Recommended in
Litigation
Benjamin Stasa, Ph.D. Candidate –
Recommended in Prosecution
Rachel Smith – Recommended in
Prosecution
Charles Bieneman – Recommended in
Prosecution