Sheridan Ross is proud to announce that the firm has once again been recognized by Intellectual Asset Management (IAM) in its 2025 edition of the IAM Patent 1000: The World’s Leading Patent Professionals. The publication highlights Sheridan Ross as a top-tier firm for patent prosecution in Colorado and also recognizes the firm for its growing strength in litigation.
IAM describes Sheridan Ross as “a formidable presence in Colorado and beyond,” citing the firm’s deep bench of experienced attorneys, technical expertise, and longstanding commitment to client service across all areas of patent law.
The 2025 rankings also honor seven of the firm’s attorneys individually for their excellence in patent prosecution and litigation. The recognized attorneys include Scott Bialecki, Todd Blakely, Rob Brunelli, Matt Ellsworth, Bradley Knepper, Doug Swartz, and David Walker. IAM notes that the team brings “a strategic mindset and impressive depth of technical knowledge to every engagement.”
The IAM ranking stated:
Offering top-shelf expertise in both prosecution and litigation, Sheridan Ross’s patent capabilities are hard to beat. The outfit hosts a crop of technically astute attorneys whose depth of knowledge and experience enables them to provide steadfast support to clientele and maintain a track record of success in court. Highly revered, Matthew Ellsworth “is extremely diligent and a quick study, mastering new material and identifying key points swiftly. He has a friendly demeanour and is a dedicated worker, often putting in long hours on behalf of his clients. He comes highly recommended.” Further standouts on the non-contentious front are Bradley Knepper, Douglas Swartz and David Walker. Knepper serves as a strategic partner for patrons across diverse industries, helping them maximise and monetise their patent portfolios with business-centric and forward-thinking counsel. Swartz is well equipped to provide optimal protection to patrons, leveraging years of experience to devise tailored strategies to suit their commercial needs. Walker is a safe pair of hands for life sciences and pharmaceutical companies; his biology background enables him to delve into the intricacies of his customers’ patents and understand their unique business needs. Todd Blakely is another key contact, with his proficiency earning him recognition across the contentious and non-contentious divide. A veteran attorney, he is in demand for his patent prowess and technical acumen. The firm further benefits from accomplished trial lawyers Scott Bialecki and Rob Brunelli. Bialecki has proved his mettle in courts throughout the country, with his clients benefiting from the insights he gained during his former role as a regulator with the Federal Trade Commission. Brunelli leads the litigation practice, marrying legal and business expertise to achieve optimal outcomes for his following. With a knack for problem solving, he deploys a strategic mind, achieving victories for multiple patrons throughout his career.
“We are grateful to be recognized once again by IAM and especially proud of our team’s dedication to delivering outstanding results for clients,” said Matt Ellsworth, Managing Partner of Sheridan Ross. “This recognition reflects the trust our clients place in us and the strength of our collaborative approach.”
Published annually, the IAM Patent 1000 identifies the top patent professionals and firms around the globe through extensive research and interviews with clients and peers. You can view the full 2025 rankings and Sheridan Ross’s profile here.
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