Richard Gilmore and Eric Maschoff Named 2026 Patent Stars Firm Earns National Intellectual Property Ranking

Maschoff Brennan is pleased to announce that Richard C. Gilmore and Eric L. Maschoff have been recognized as Patent Stars in the 2026 United States National Rankings published by Managing IP’s IP STARS. In addition, Maschoff Brennan has been recognized as Recommended in the National Intellectual Property category.

The annual IP STARS rankings identify leading intellectual property practitioners and firms through extensive research that includes firm submissions, client feedback, peer feedback, and independent market analysis. The Individual recognitions highlights the significant contributions Gilmore and Maschoff have made to clients seeking to protect and maximize the value of their intellectual property assets.

Richard C. Gilmore has spent decades helping innovative companies build, protect, and leverage intellectual property portfolios that advance business objectives and create long-term value. His practice focuses on patent prosecution, portfolio strategy, licensing, and intellectual property counseling.

Eric L. Maschoff works closely with clients to develop intellectual property strategies aligned with their business goals, advising on patent procurement, portfolio management, licensing, and technology transactions. He is known for providing practical, business-focused guidance that helps clients protect innovation and maintain a competitive advantage.

Managing IP's continued recognition of Maschoff Brennan through multiple years of national Recommended rankings underscores the strength and depth of the firm's intellectual property practice, which serves clients ranging from startups and emerging growth companies to established businesses across a broad range of industries and technologies.

About Maschoff Brennan

Maschoff Brennan provides legal counsel and representation to some of the world’s most innovative companies. With over fifty attorneys and offices in the technology-focused regions of Utah, California, and New York, our attorneys are known for having the breadth of experience and the forward-thinking insight needed to handle complex technological and business issues across all industries and geographic boundaries. We have extensive experience representing clients in Federal and State courts across the country and before the ITC, USPTO, PTAB, TTAB, and other administrative agencies in Washington D.C.