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Forty-Two Choate Attorneys Recognized in Best Lawyers in America® 2026

The Best Lawyers in America® has recognized 42 Choate attorneys in its 2026 edition. Recognition in Best Lawyers® is based entirely on peer review and is widely regarded by both clients and legal professionals as a significant honor.

Stephanie Schonewald Recognized as a World Leading IP Strategist

Dr. Stephanie Schonewald has been recognized in the IAM Strategy 300: The World’s Leading IP Strategists 2025. The IAM Strategy 300 is a listing of individuals identified by market sources as industry pioneers who, “are leading the way in developing and implementing strategies that maximize the value of IP portfolios.”

Choate Names Rob Kole as Co-Managing Partner

Choate Hall & Stewart LLP announces that Rob Kole has been named Co-Managing Partner of the Firm.

Choate Secures Patent Victory for TYMLOS® Portfolio

Choate secured a victory for Radius Health, Inc. (“Radius”) and Ipsen Pharma S.A.S. (“Ipsen”) in a Hatch-Waxman litigation against Orbicular Pharmaceutical Technologies Private Ltd. (“Orbicular”) relating to Orbicular’s proposed generic for TYMLOS® (abaloparatide), indicated for the treatment of osteoporosis.

Melissa Adams Speaking on Careers in IP at Harvard Microbial Sciences Initiative

Melissa Adams will be speaking about "Careers in IP" at the Harvard University Microbial Sciences Initiative (MSI) professional development seminar series on Wednesday, July 23 from 9:00-10:00 a.m.

Choate Recognized in Managing IP’s Annual “IP Stars” Ranking

Choate has earned notable recognition in Managing IP’s 2025 rankings, which recognize top firms and attorneys in the areas of patent litigation and prosecution. Seven Choate attorneys were recognized as “IP Stars”.

Choate Ranks Highly in 2025 Legal 500

The 2025 edition of The Legal 500 recognized 43 Choate attorneys in their respective fields and 12 practice areas, with 2 practices receiving "Leading Law Firm" designation.

Choate Lawyers and Practice Groups Recognized by Chambers USA 2025

The 2025 edition of Chambers USA Guide to America’s Leading Lawyers for Business recognized 34 Choate attorneys as leading counsel in their respective fields, with eight receiving Band 1 rankings.

Choate Receives Significant Accolades in 2025 IAM Patent 1000

Choate and twelve attorneys have been recognized by IAM Patent 1000: The World’s Leading Patent Professionals 2025.