KANSAS CITY, Mo. (April 2, 2026) — Lathrop GPM has been recognized in the 2026 LexDana Patent Intelligence Rankings for patent prosecution performance and activity in biotech, high tech and across industries. These rankings evaluate law firms and attorneys using objective activity and performance data from 2021 through 2025.
The firm achieved a top 10 placement for law firm performance in the biotech sector, ranking at number seven. Lathrop GPM also secured the number 30 position for law firm activity within the biotech industry. Lathrop GPM was also recognized in the broader overall law firm activity category. This recognition reflects a commitment to providing comprehensive risk assessment, proactive compliance management and strategic growth solutions that enhance decision-making speed for corporate legal departments.
Three Lathrop GPM attorneys were individually highlighted in the latest report. Partners James Velema and Brian Trinque ranked number seven and number 16, respectively, in biotech patent prosecution activity. Both practitioners were also recognized for their overall performance within the biotech sector. Partner Robert Lord was acknowledged for his successful performance in the high tech and overall industry categories.
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