Kim & Stewart LLP

Kim & Stewart LLP is a modern patent prosecution law firm dedicated to delivering high-quality patents efficiently and cost-effectively. Departing from traditional billable hour models, the firm offers a streamlined, transparent fee structure that aligns its objectives with clients' interests—expediting patent grants while ensuring budget predictability. This approach has led to significant achievements, including 542 patents issued in 2024, with an average of 1.0 Office Actions per granted patent and 0.2 RCEs per granted patent.

The firm's technical expertise spans:

• Virtualization software
• Cloud computing
• Operating systems & file systems
• Medical devices
• Semiconductor memory and storage devices
• LEDs
• POS systems & multi-function peripherals
• Anti-fraud software
• Large-scale integrated circuits
• 4G/5G technologies

• Efficiency & Success: In 2024, the firm secured 542 issued patents, averaging 1.0 Office Actions per granted patent and 0.2 RCEs per granted patent. ​
• Client-Centered Model: Fixed-fee billing at key milestones—filing and allowance—fosters trust and alignment.​
• Commitment to Quality: Attorneys focus on producing high-quality work, leading to a 67% examiner interview success rate.
• Client Retention: Four of the firm's five largest clients have partnered with the firm for over a decade.​
• International Reach: The Tokyo office enables real-time service and local language support for Japanese clients.​