Howard Sobelman is a senior intellectual property partner and certified licensing professional, with over 30 years of experience advising clients on their intellectual property law matters. A leader within the firm, Howard is also co-chair of the firm’s Intellectual Property Practice Group.
Howard’s practice is concentrated in patents, copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, licensing, and due diligence. His experience and knowledge include working with an array of technologies including blockchain technologies, big data, software, hardware, internet, business methods, aerospace, solar tracking, financial services, financial planning, insurance products, medical products, mechanical, biotechnology, fiber optics, holography, among many others. Howard works with clients to develop creative global protection strategies.
Over the course of his career, Howard has become well-known for his knowledge and skill in the intellectual property space. He is an AV Preeminent® lawyer as designated by Martindale-Hubbell® and is annually recognized by leading industry and legal publications such as IAM Patent 1000 (2022-2025), Managing Intellectual Property Magazine (2015-2018, 2022-2025), The Best Lawyers in America® (2011-2026), and Super Lawyers®. He was named a Phoenix Lawyer of the Year for patent law (2016, 2025), copyright law (2014, 2020, 2026), and intellectual property litigation (2015) for several years.
Within the community, Howard is a strong advocate for those with neurodiversities, with an emphasis on those with autism spectrum disorder. He serves on the board of directors for First Place AZ, a residential development that supports autistic adults. Howard also serves on the Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center Board of Directors.
Howard offers proven experience and results, technical insights, and seamless client service in his efforts to provide exceptional intellectual property legal services across the United States.