Intellectual Property disputes professionals named among the world's top experts by IAM.
NEW YORK, June 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2026 IAM Patent 1000 has once again named professionals from Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held, among the world's leading patent experts and expert witnesses. Published annually, the IAM Patent 1000 is widely regarded as the definitive guide to world-class patent expertise, drawing on extensive research that includes interviews with attorneys, patent professionals, and in-house counsel.
IAM reports, "Ocean Tomo, part of J.S. Held, remains a heavyweight in the global IP advisory and damages space, combining deep financial, technical, and licensing expertise with decades of experience handling some of the world's most consequential IP disputes."
Stephanie Giammarco, who oversees Disputes, Valuations, and Financial Advisory services for J.S. Held, adds, "This recognition reflects the role that clear, well-supported economic analysis plays in complex intellectual property disputes. Clients rely on our professionals to translate detailed financial and technical issues into insights that support decision-making in high-stakes matters."
Through its research process over many years, IAM has recognized members of Ocean Tomo's IP Disputes team based on feedback from clients and peers, including:
"Joanne Johnson has a brilliant economic mind and plays an instrumental role in helping clients formulate damages strategies. She implements these strategies into expert reports and supports clients effectively at trial, often contributing to favorable settlements before trial."
"David Kennedy is one of the premier patent damages experts in IP cases in the United States. He is a sought-after professional whose results speak for themselves."
"With over 20 years of experience, Daniel Lindsay is a trusted IP litigation and licensing adviser, supporting clients from early damages assessments through complex negotiations. His analytical precision and negotiation skills consistently achieve strong outcomes."
"Brian Napper is a highly experienced damages expert who brings a deep understanding of emerging trends and developments, along with significant testimony experience in landmark patent cases."
"Todd Schoettelkotte is a highly effective damages expert in patent matters and a compelling presence on the stand, known for his attention to detail and analytical rigor."
"Larry Tedesco is an experienced patent valuation expert whose straightforward advice and market insight support clients in complex engagements."
"With over 25 years of experience, Bryan Van Uden provides expert opinions, testimony, and strategic guidance on the valuation of intellectual property and the economic implications of its exploitation or infringement."
With a client base balanced between plaintiffs and defendants, Ocean Tomo's financial testimony professionals bring experience across a broad range of disputes, particularly in the determination of damages in matters involving intellectual property. Testifying experts draw on decades of litigation and economic analysis experience to evaluate complex financial data, qualitative facts, supporting testimony, and damages-related case law.
Ocean Tomo experts are routinely qualified in U.S. District Courts, U.S. Bankruptcy Courts, U.S. Tax Court, U.S. Court of Federal Claims, state courts, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Patent Trial and Appeal Board, international courts, and arbitration tribunals on matters involving intellectual property economics. Their testimony emphasizes a "teaching" approach, communicating key facts and relevant theories in a clear and logical manner to support judicial and jury understanding.
Sharing the announcement on the Ocean Tomo Insights blog, Chief Intellectual Property Officer for J.S. Held and co-founder of Ocean Tomo, James E. Malackowski, notes: "For every expert recognized today by IAM, there are many others who contribute to the success of our testifying experts. We are grateful to IAM for this recognition and, above all, for the team of professionals who continue to develop and refine their work at Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held."
The Ocean Tomo team of accountants, financial professionals, scientists, lawyers, and engineers provides a range of financial and technical services related to intangible assets. Built on more than three decades of experience valuing intellectual property in state, federal, and international forums, the team applies this foundation to matters involving patented inventions, know-how, brands, and copyrights across industries.
About J.S. Held
J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.
More than 1,500 professionals serve organizations across six continents, including 84% of the Global 200 Law Firms, 75% of the Forbes Top 20 Insurance Companies (90% of the NAIC top 50 Property & Casualty Insurers), and 71% of the Fortune 100 Companies.
J.S. Held, its affiliates and subsidiaries are not certified public accounting firm(s) and do not provide audit, attest, or any other public accounting services. J.S. Held is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. Securities offered through PM Securities, LLC, d/b/a Phoenix IB or Ocean Tomo Investments, a part of J.S. Held, member FINRA/SIPC. All rights reserved.
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Kristi L. Stathis | Global Public Relations | +1 786 833 4864 | Kristi.Stathis@jsheld.com
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Ocean Tomo, a Part of J.S. Held, Experts Named to the 2026 IAM Patent 1000
Ocean Tomo, a Part of J.S. Held, Experts Named to the 2026 IAM Patent 1000
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The partnership unites two organizations with New Zealand roots and growing global profiles at a moment when both are expanding their presence on the international stage
SAN FRANCISCO and AUCKLAND, New Zealand, June 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ivo, the leading platform for AI contract intelligence, today announced a partnership with New Zealand Football to become the Official Legal AI Partner of the All Whites, New Zealand's men's national team.
The collaboration reflects Ivo's continued connection to its New Zealand origins as the company expands its global footprint. Founded in Auckland and now headquartered in San Francisco, Ivo helps global enterprises, including Meta, Uber, IBM, Shopify, and Mitsubishi Electric, accelerate contract workflows and surface critical business intelligence locked inside their contract portfolios.
As part of the partnership, Ivo branding will appear on the front of the All Whites' training and press kit as the team prepares to compete on the sport's biggest international stage, as well as across select New Zealand Football initiatives. New Zealand Football will exclusively use Ivo's contract intelligence platform to draft, review, and analyze all their teams' agreements.
The announcement arrives alongside a wave of global momentum for Ivo, which has grown ARR sixfold in the last 12 months and has recently opened offices in London and New York.
"As a New Zealand-founded company, we know what it takes to build something and take it to the world stage," said Min-Kyu Jung, CEO and co-founder of Ivo. "Standing with the All Whites as they prepare for one of the most significant moments in the program's history is something we're really proud of."
Andrew Pragnell, Chief Executive of New Zealand Football, said: "Ivo is a real Kiwi success story of a company taking on the world, and that's exactly what we strive to do every time our national teams step onto the field. It's exciting to partner with a New Zealand-founded company experiencing strong global growth while remaining connected to its roots. We look forward to working together and supporting each other's continued success."
About Ivo
Ivo is an enterprise-grade AI-powered contract intelligence platform that enables legal and business teams to move faster, reduce risk, and unlock revenue by turning contracts into actionable business intelligence. Founded in New Zealand and headquartered in San Francisco, Ivo helps organizations surface risk instantly, accelerate negotiation cycles, and remove bottlenecks across the contract lifecycle. Customers include leading global enterprises and high-growth companies across multiple industries.
About New Zealand Football
New Zealand Football oversees the beautiful game in Aotearoa New Zealand. From a player's first experience of football at a young age through the development pathway to national competitions, refereeing, coaching, administration, and ultimately representing New Zealand on the international stage, New Zealand Football supports every level of the game.
Football is the largest team participation sport in the country, with more than 180,000 registered players in 2025.
New Zealand Football manages national men's and women's football, futsal, and eFootball leagues and cup competitions.
As the highest-ranked member association in the Oceania Football Confederation, New Zealand Football runs 10 national team programmes, including the men's national team, the All Whites, and the women's national team, the Ford Football Ferns.
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The partnership unites two organizations with New Zealand roots and growing global profiles at a moment when both are expanding their presence on the international stage
SAN FRANCISCO and AUCKLAND, New Zealand, June 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ivo, the leading platform for AI contract intelligence, today announced a partnership with New Zealand Football to become the Official Legal AI Partner of the All Whites, New Zealand's men's national team.
The collaboration reflects Ivo's continued connection to its New Zealand origins as the company expands its global footprint. Founded in Auckland and now headquartered in San Francisco, Ivo helps global enterprises, including Meta, Uber, IBM, Shopify, and Mitsubishi Electric, accelerate contract workflows and surface critical business intelligence locked inside their contract portfolios.
As part of the partnership, Ivo branding will appear on the front of the All Whites' training and press kit as the team prepares to compete on the sport's biggest international stage, as well as across select New Zealand Football initiatives. New Zealand Football will exclusively use Ivo's contract intelligence platform to draft, review, and analyze all their teams' agreements.
The announcement arrives alongside a wave of global momentum for Ivo, which has grown ARR sixfold in the last 12 months and has recently opened offices in London and New York.
"As a New Zealand-founded company, we know what it takes to build something and take it to the world stage," said Min-Kyu Jung, CEO and co-founder of Ivo. "Standing with the All Whites as they prepare for one of the most significant moments in the program's history is something we're really proud of."
Andrew Pragnell, Chief Executive of New Zealand Football, said: "Ivo is a real Kiwi success story of a company taking on the world, and that's exactly what we strive to do every time our national teams step onto the field. It's exciting to partner with a New Zealand-founded company experiencing strong global growth while remaining connected to its roots. We look forward to working together and supporting each other's continued success."
About Ivo
Ivo is an enterprise-grade AI-powered contract intelligence platform that enables legal and business teams to move faster, reduce risk, and unlock revenue by turning contracts into actionable business intelligence. Founded in New Zealand and headquartered in San Francisco, Ivo helps organizations surface risk instantly, accelerate negotiation cycles, and remove bottlenecks across the contract lifecycle. Customers include leading global enterprises and high-growth companies across multiple industries.
About New Zealand Football
New Zealand Football oversees the beautiful game in Aotearoa New Zealand. From a player's first experience of football at a young age through the development pathway to national competitions, refereeing, coaching, administration, and ultimately representing New Zealand on the international stage, New Zealand Football supports every level of the game.
Football is the largest team participation sport in the country, with more than 180,000 registered players in 2025.
New Zealand Football manages national men's and women's football, futsal, and eFootball leagues and cup competitions.
As the highest-ranked member association in the Oceania Football Confederation, New Zealand Football runs 10 national team programmes, including the men's national team, the All Whites, and the women's national team, the Ford Football Ferns.
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Kiwi-Born Legal AI Company Ivo Partners with New Zealand Football as Global Expansion Accelerates
