Annual ranking recognizes top patent professionals and firms in key jurisdictions worldwide.

Woodard, Emhardt, Henry, Reeves & Wagner is pleased to announce that six of its attorneys have been named to the 2026 edition of IAM Patent 1000, one of the most prestigious and widely recognized rankings of patent professionals in the world. The IAM Patent 1000 is commonly regarded as a definitive resource for those seeking to identify world-class, private practice patent counsel and leading expert witnesses.

The Woodard Emhardt attorneys named to the 2026 IAM Patent 1000 are:
• Spiro Bereveskos
• Kenneth A. Gandy
• Charles P. Schmal
• William A. McKenna
• Michael M. Morris
• Blake R. Hartz

To inform its 2026 rankings, IAM undertook exhaustive qualitative research to identify outstanding firms and individuals across multiple jurisdictions based on their depth of experience, market presence, and sophistication of work.

In recognizing the firm, IAM noted that Woodard Emhardt has been exclusively dedicated to patent law since 1879, making it one of the region’s most established names in intellectual property. IAM further noted that the firm pairs more than a century of focused experience with a deeply technical bench, enabling it to navigate the full patent lifecycle across technologies ranging from precision mechanical systems to cutting-edge biotechnology and software.

“We are incredibly proud of the attorneys recognized in this year’s IAM Patent 1000,” said Bill McKenna, Managing Partner at Woodard Emhardt. “This recognition is a reflection of their dedication, technical expertise, and unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional results for our clients. It is also a testament to the strength and depth of our firm’s intellectual property practice as a whole.”