IP Leadership Holland & Hart's IP practice is recognized as a leading patent law capability by IAM Patent 1000 and related rankings, signaling deep expertise in patent strategy, prosecution, portfolio management, and licensing. This positions the firm to help tech, life sciences, and manufacturing clients protect and monetize critical assets across the Mountain West and beyond. Opportunity—target innovative companies, universities, and scale-ups needing robust patent programs and enforcement.

Regional Footprint The firm maintains a broad western and national footprint with offices across key markets, enabling seamless multi-state and cross-border service for clients expanding operations or facing multi-jurisdictional regulatory, real estate, or corporate matters. This can support mid-market and large regional companies with multi-state needs through integrated corporate, IP, real estate, and litigation services.

Public Sector Strength Recent talent with federal procurement and public-sector litigation experience signals capacity to support government contractors, regulatory compliance, and procurement disputes. A former prosecutor and magistrate background can help clients navigate complex government rules, investigations, and bid protests. Target sectors include defense, aerospace, infrastructure, and agencies seeking high-stakes regulatory guidance.

DEI Advantage Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values and the firm has been recognized for advancing women in the legal community, shaping its ESG credentials. This can appeal to clients with supplier-diversity programs, DEI governance requirements, and corporate responsibility initiatives seeking counsel aligned with their values.

Tech Enablement The firm’s tech-forward approach uses AI tools, robust research platforms, and modern development stacks to support efficient, scalable client service. This aligns with clients in technology, IP, and corporate sectors seeking innovative delivery models, data privacy and cybersecurity guidance, and AI governance support.