A. O. SmithPatent counselSep 8, 2026

A. O. Smith Corporation uses Michael Best & Friedrich LLP as outside IP counsel.

Source

patents.google.comSep 8, 2026

Detail

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is the attorney of record on A. O. Smith Corporation's recent US patent work, including a grant in 2026-09.

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Law firm: Michael Best & Friedrich LLP
Law firm domain: michaelbest.com
Matter date: Sep 8, 2026
Assignee: A. O. Smith Corporation

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USPTO assignee: A. O. Smith Corporation
Relationship: Prosecution
Representative matter: US12729879

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Detected: Sep 15, 2026
signal_type: patents-company
signal_subtype: usesLawFirm

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