Overview

Since 1976, BSKB has been providing a full range of intellectual property law services to clients in the areas of patent prosecution, post-grant review, litigation, ITC litigation, opinions and counseling, design patents, trademarks and licensing. Our knowledgeable attorneys and agents hold advanced degrees and are experienced in the fields of chemistry, electronics and IT, mechanical engineering and life sciences/biotechnology.

We believe in offering every client quality, personalized service, and are committed to educating our clients to help them make the most of their intellectual property. BSKB has a rich tradition of offering seminars on intellectual property law that have been attended by practitioners from around the world.

Founded:
1976
Size:
38
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Practice Areas:
6
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
2

Rankings

National

Tier
3
National Ranking
Patent Law

Regional

Washington, D.C.

Tier
1
Washington, D.C.
Patent Law
Tier
2
Washington, D.C.
Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice
Tier
2
Washington, D.C.
Litigation - Intellectual Property

Rankings

National

Tier
3
National Ranking
Patent Law

Regional

Washington, D.C.

Tier
1
Washington, D.C.
Patent Law
Tier
2
Washington, D.C.
Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice
Tier
2
Washington, D.C.
Litigation - Intellectual Property

Practice Areas

Birch, Stewart, Kolasch & Birch LLP has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 3 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Copyright Law
  • Intellectual Property Law
  • Litigation - Intellectual Property
  • Litigation - Patent
  • Patent Law
  • Trademark Law

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Birch, Stewart, Kolasch & Birch LLP proudly has 2 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Firm News

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Awards

Birch, Stewart, Kolasch & Birch LLP is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Birch, Stewart, Kolasch & Birch LLP has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Birch, Stewart, Kolasch & Birch LLP continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
WIPR Leaders Award - MaryAnne Armstrong, Ph.D.

Offices & Contacts

Vienna, VA
Client Relations & Marketing Coordinator
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