Mesher Recognized in 2026 IAM Strategy 300

08.26.2026

Stinson LLP Partner Stewart Mesher has been recognized in the 2026 edition of the IAM Strategy 300: World's Leading IP Strategists, his third listing in the guide recognizing professionals whose expertise and strategic insight help organizations maximize the value of their intellectual property (IP). He is currently listed for his expertise in licensing, having been previously selected to the IAM Strategy 300 for his knowledge in patent strategy.

Mesher advises companies on complex intellectual property matters, with experience spanning disputes, portfolio management, licensing and enforcement strategy. His work includes helping clients develop and execute IP strategies that align with broader business objectives, including the commercialization and protection of valuable intellectual property assets.

His strategic approach is informed by decades of experience in private practice and prior service as in-house counsel for a multinational semiconductor company. With an engineering background and education in finance and marketing, Mesher brings both technical and business perspectives to IP matters, particularly when licensing decisions intersect with litigation, commercialization and long-term business goals.

The IAM Strategy 300 recognizes leading IP strategists whose work goes beyond day-to-day management of intellectual property rights to advance broader business objectives through IP. This year's research drew nearly 4,000 nominations from the global IP community, with individuals selected based on multiple independent recommendations, their track record and their contributions to the development and execution of sophisticated IP strategies.

View the full list of the 300 recognized individuals in 2026 IAM Strategy.