Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck Attorneys Recognized in IAM’s 2026 Patent 1000 Rankings

Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck has announced that four of its shareholders—Andrew Freyer, Benno Guggenheimer, Craig Hemenway, and Paul Keller—have been named in the 2026 Intellectual Asset Management (IAM) Patent 1000 rankings. The firm itself was also recognized by IAM in the patent prosecution and intellectual property transactions categories in Colorado.

Andrew Freyer has been acknowledged in IAM’s prosecution category since 2023. He advises technology-driven clients on developing and defending international patent strategies that align with their business, marketing, and investment goals. Freyer supplements his legal expertise with deep technical knowledge in full-stack software development, electrical engineering, artificial intelligence, and data analytics. A client described him as “an essential consultant, guide and resource” in this year’s IAM commentary.

Benno Guggenheimer has been ranked in IAM’s prosecution category since 2020. With over 15 years of experience in patent law, he represents prominent Silicon Valley and technology industry clients. IAM’s commentary highlights that Guggenheimer “works closely with clients to build and maintain commercially relevant patent portfolios and brings an engineering background to bear for Fortune 500 companies.”

Craig Hemenway, who serves as Brownstein’s lead patent attorney for high-tech matters and co-chairs its Intellectual Property Department, has been recognized by IAM since 2013 for both prosecution and transactions. He represents some of the world’s largest technology companies as well as several unicorn startups. IAM notes that Hemenway is a “long-standing advisor who operates at the intersection of technology and business, developing creative IP strategies that help technology clients achieve marketplace prominence.”

Paul Keller has been ranked in IAM’s litigation category since 2022. He has successfully litigated intellectual property disputes in federal and state courts across multiple jurisdictions. Keller is also experienced in alternative dispute resolution, including arbitration and mediation. IAM’s commentary states that “with more than three decades of experience, he is particularly effective in cases that require aligning legal strategy with commercial outcomes, and regularly advises on IP monetization, valuation and licensing campaigns in parallel with contentious work.”

The IAM Patent 1000, now in its 15th year, compiles a list of the world’s top patent attorneys, breaking down the rankings by country and U.S. state. It focuses exclusively on patent practice and is regarded as a definitive resource for those seeking world-class legal patent expertise.

Brownstein’s recognition in these rankings highlights the firm’s continued leadership in patent prosecution, litigation, and intellectual property transactions, particularly within the technology sector. The firm’s attorneys combine technical expertise with strategic legal counsel to support clients ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies.

For more information about the IAM Patent 1000 and the rankings, visit the Intellectual Asset Management website.