For the sixth consecutive year, Irwin IP, a part of Miller Johnson, is proud to share that the firm has been recognized as a Best Law Firm in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms®, published by Best Lawyers. This prestigious ranking reflects our firm’s dedication to excellence and innovation in intellectual property law.
Irwin IP has achieved Tier 1 rankings in the following practice areas:
- Copyright Law
- Litigation – Intellectual Property
- Litigation – Patent
- Patent Law
Earlier this year, over 40% of the firm’s attorneys were recognized in the 2026 editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. Barry Irwin, Jason Keener, Robyn Bowland and Reid Huefner once again earned a place among the Best Lawyers honorees. Alexander Bennett, Victoria Hanson, Nick Wheeler, and Daniel Zhang were included in the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch Category.
Additionally, Barry Irwin earned the distinction of “Lawyer of the Year” for the third time—this year recognized once again in Copyright Law. We take great pride in the acknowledgment of our attorneys for their diligent efforts and contributions.
This recognition—based on client feedback, peer review, and a rigorous evaluation process—underscores the trust our clients place in us and the dedication of our team. We are honored to be acknowledged for our commitment to achieving the highest standards in our practice.

Miller Johnson provides comprehensive legal counsel to businesses and individuals across corporate matters, employment and labor law, litigation, employee benefits, and private client representation. On June 1, 2025, Irwin IP became a part of Miller Johnson, bringing its mission-critical intellectual property and technology litigation expertise to the firm’s full-service platform. Representing Fortune 500 companies and innovative startups alike, Irwin IP has successfully litigated high-stakes cases against some of the world’s largest firms, securing intellectual property portfolios worth hundreds of millions annually. Together, Miller Johnson and Irwin IP form one of the Midwest’s most formidable IP litigation teams, committed to safeguarding innovation and delivering exceptional results for clients worldwide.