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Combining Unmatched Technical and Legal Experience

Founded in 1962 in Irvine, California, Knobbe Martens has grown steadily into a national intellectual property and technology law firm with nearly 300 attorneys and patent scientists across 7 offices. Today we are one of the largest IP-focused law firms in the United States, counseling clients around the globe in the complete spectrum of industries, technologies and practice areas.

Protecting the innovations that propel the world forward

We combine unmatched technical and legal experience to deliver superior results in both transactional and contested matters, for both cutting-edge start-ups and established Fortune 500 companies. Our work spans fields ranging from physics to pharmaceuticals and entertainment to engineering.

We are established leaders in our fields—scientists, engineers and thinkers who blend deep educational and technical knowledge with a strategic focus gleaned from our real-world business experience. We know your issues. Your pressures. And should the need arise, we know how to aggressively protect the assets that give your business its competitive edge—with extensive experience and intimate knowledge of domestic and international judicial systems.

Chambers USA 2024 Top Ranked Firm
Legal 500 USA 2024
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FT Innovative Lawyers North America - Winner Badge
2024 LMG Life Sciences - Tier 1 Firm
Patexia Top 25 Best Performing Law Firm - PTAB

Principles and Values

Integrity. Honesty. Passion. To us, these are more than mere words. They’re a promise, a pledge we make to always provide the highest level of professional, ethical representation. To never cut a corner nor accept a compromise. Our clients demand—and deserve—no less.

A Culture of Collaboration

We foster a collegial, cooperative atmosphere where every attorney works for the good of the firm, and by extension, for each of our clients. Our attorneys are motivated to match clients with a team custom-built for success.

Strength Through Stability

Our low attrition rate helps us maintain lasting relationships with each client. Our clients trust the people they called on yesterday will be here tomorrow. There’s no learning curve or revolving door, just a strong, stable team they can count on at any time…all the time.

People First

Our unique culture and corporate structure allow us to attract and retain some of the world’s top IP attorneys. Instead of reserving partnerships for a privileged few, we take a different approach: actively training our associates to assume leadership roles, and providing an environment where their abilities are fully utilized in the best interests of our clients.

Diversity and Inclusion

“Our diversity inspires intellectual creativity.”
– Steve J. Nataupsky, Managing Partner

We believe that true innovation comes from celebrating what’s different and unique. That’s why we embrace diversity at every level of our firm. By drawing upon a variety of perspectives and experiences, we can bring cutting edge approaches and strategic solutions to our clients.

Led by our Diversity and Inclusion Committee, alongside our Chief Diversity & Talent Development Officer (CDTDO), our mission is to sustain an environment where diversity is supported and central to the success of the firm. We actively seek to hire, retain and promote attorneys with diverse backgrounds, keeping the firm at the cutting edge of law. Visit our Diversity page to learn about the diversity and inclusion policies at Knobbe Martens.