Crowell & Moring Secures Prominent Placement in Managing IP’s 2026 USA IP Stars Rankings

Crowell & Moring, a leading international law firm, has earned distinguished recognition in Managing Intellectual Property’s 2026 USA IP Stars rankings. The firm’s intellectual property practice, comprising over 100 attorneys, patent agents, and technical advisors, was highlighted through the inclusion of nine individual attorneys and five practice areas in the rankings. This national accolade underscores the firm’s depth, breadth, and technical strength in IP law across the United States.

Managing Intellectual Property’s guide is widely regarded as the most comprehensive and respected resource for IP practitioners, covering a broad spectrum of intellectual property disciplines and more than 80 jurisdictions worldwide. Crowell & Moring’s recognition within this guide affirms its position as a formidable player in the IP legal landscape.

Headquartered in the United States with operations extending to Europe and the MENA region, Crowell & Moring leverages extensive government, business, industry, and legal experience to assist clients in navigating complex regulatory, policy, litigation, transactional, and intellectual property challenges. The firm is also noted for its commitment to pro bono service and its initiatives aimed at fostering the professional and personal growth of its members.

In a related development, Crowell & Moring’s London Restructuring and Insolvency team was appointed by Kroll Advisory to assist in the administration of Woodville Consultants Limited, a motor finance litigation funder with an estimated £330 million loan book and over 300,000 claims. The team initially represented a group of investors in securing a contested administration order from the High Court and has continued to support Kroll in managing the broader administration process.

Woodville’s collapse signals increasing pressure within the litigation funding market, influenced by the Financial Conduct Authority’s ongoing motor finance redress process and uncertainties surrounding claim timing and amounts. Crowell & Moring’s involvement in this high-profile matter highlights its capability in handling complex insolvency and restructuring cases alongside its IP practice.

Recent firm news also includes milestones such as the six-month integration of Legora, which has driven transformative results across Crowell & Moring’s global platform. The firm has expanded its Financial Services Group by welcoming Cristina Diaz, former General Counsel of UBS Bank USA, and appointed James Bair, former Google Counsel for Global Legislative Oversight, as Head of Congressional Investigations.

These developments collectively demonstrate Crowell & Moring’s strategic growth and diversified expertise, reinforcing its status as a leading international law firm with a strong foothold in intellectual property and beyond.