These honors highlight Akhlaghi’s specialized approach to intellectual property, which prioritizes business-aligned patent development over routine filings. Working primarily with startups and innovators in sectors ranging from artificial intelligence to quantum computing, he emphasizes a strategy-first methodology designed to bolster fundraising and competitive positioning. Beyond his private practice, Akhlaghi contributes to the field as an adjunct professor at the University of Maryland and as a co-author of the Patent Applications Handbook.

Reflecting on the achievement, Akhlaghi attributed the success to the collective performance of the Washington-based firm and the confidence of its global client base. By focusing on how patents function as vehicles for enterprise value, the firm continues to navigate complex legal landscapes for high-growth technology companies.