HOUSTON – Bracewell LLP has been recognized for patent law excellence across the United States in the 2026 IAM Patent 1000 directory, which identifies the world’s leading patent service providers.
Bracewell received firm rankings in Texas and Washington State for the team’s work in the area of patent law. In addition, seven Bracewell lawyers were individually recognized in this year’s guide:
- David J. Ball, Bronze, United States: New York
- Michael Chibib, Bronze, United States: Texas
- Conor M. Civins, Bronze, United States: Texas
- Patrick J. Connolly, Recommended, United States: Washington
- Constance Gall Rhebergen, Recommended, United States: Texas
- Douglas F. Stewart, Silver, United States: Washington
- Brian H. Tompkins, Recommended, United States: Texas
“Bracewell’s IP practice draws much of its character from the combination of technical fluency and courtroom capability that runs through the team,” notes IAM Patent 1000. “They are often brought in on matters where patent strategy cannot be separated from wider commercial or operational concerns.”
