Harness IP Attorneys Named Among Top 40 Patent Prosecutors by Patexia
We are proud to share that Principals Gary Yacura, John Castellano, and Bryant Wade have been named among the Top 40 patent prosecution attorneys nationwide in the Patent Prosecution Intelligence Report by Patexia. Selected from a field of more than 28,000 active patent prosecution attorneys, this distinction places them among the top performers in the country and reflects an exceptional level of performance, consistency, and impact in the field of intellectual property law.
In addition to these individual recognitions, Harness IP was ranked #9 nationally in Patent Prosecution Activity and #13 nationally in Patent Prosecution Performance—a significant advancement in performance ranking from the prior year. These firmwide rankings underscore both the scale of our prosecution practice and the strength of our outcomes across a diverse range of clients, industries, and technologies.
Patexia’s report is based on a comprehensive, data-driven analysis of millions of patent applications and outcomes over a multi-year period. The methodology evaluates key metrics such as activity level, success rates, and time-to-grant, providing a detailed and objective benchmark of performance across attorneys, law firms, and corporate filers. Now in its eighth year, the report has become a trusted resource for assessing excellence and trends in patent prosecution.
The latest edition highlights important industry developments, including:
- Filing and issuance trends across high-tech, mechanical, and life sciences sectors
- Evolving dynamics in global patent activity and foreign participation
- Performance variations across USPTO technology centers and art units
- Rankings of top attorneys and firms by volume and success rates
- Ongoing shifts among leading practitioners and organizations
The report’s breadth reflects the complexity and scale of today’s innovation landscape, analyzing millions of applications and issued patents to provide meaningful insights into prosecution strategy and effectiveness.
These recognitions reflect the depth of experience, technical strength, and strategic focus that define Harness IP’s approach to patent prosecution. We congratulate Gary, John, and Bryant on this well-earned achievement and extend our appreciation to the broader team whose contributions support this continued success.
Learn more about the Patent Prosecution Intelligence Report by Patexia
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