MVA Attorneys named to the 2025 IAM Patent 1000
Moore & Van Allen (MVA) has been recognized by IAM Patent 1000: The World’s Leading Patent Professionals, a unique guide that identifies the top patent professionals in key jurisdictions around the globe. MVA Members Kate Cole, Michele Glessner, Jeffrey Gray, Chris Knors, Dick Lupo, Kevin Ransom, Bruce Rose, Nick Russell, Peter Stewart, Todd Taylor, Mark Wilson, and Jacob Zambrzycki were listed as recommended attorneys in their respective practice areas.
The 2025 guide states, “Moore & Van Allen, a leading firm in the Carolinas, prides itself on resolving IP-related issues with a business-oriented mindset. The team carefully develops effective strategies that will position their clients’ inventions optimally in the market. Michele Glessner heads the prosecution team, exploiting her multilingual skills to offer expert counsel to both domestic and international patrons on utility and design, freedom to practise, and portfolio analysis. Drawing from his extensive background in mechanical engineering, Jeffrey Gray couples this knowledge with an in-depth understanding of the law and business strategy to provide well-rounded advice. Together with chemistry expert Chris Knors, the pair oversee Intertape's patent management and offer expert product clearance advice. When it comes to computer and network science, Nick Russell is a go-to practitioner. He has a deep understanding of the technology and provides valuable portfolio guidance. Kevin Ransom and Peter Stewart seamlessly navigate preparation and prosecution instructions, as well as supporting on transactional matters; they studiously identify and mitigate risks at every stage. From providing early-stage advice to commanding a courtroom, Mark Wilson is an experienced litigator who has successfully represented clients nationwide in district courts and before the ITC. He often partners with the resourceful Jacob Zambrzycki, including recently for both Kaho Partners and Lowe’s Companies, showcasing their flexibility in various industries. Joining the team in 2024, Bruce Rose excels as lead counsel, demonstrating outstanding leadership by uniting his trial teams to achieve the optimal result for his following. Kate Cole is known for her precision, whether that is in providing strong arguments or securing favourable agreements; she ensures meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in every matter she handles. Likewise, Dickson Lupo and Todd Taylor excel in crafting a variety of agreements for clientele, from acquisitions to joint ventures, making each deal strategically sound and beneficial to both sides.”
To view the 2025 IAM Patent 1000 listing, click here.