Though it has litigation capabilities, Sughrue Mion excels in patent and trade mark prosecution. Foreign companies make up a large portion of its clientele, which includes Toyota, Samsung, and Daiichi Sankyo. Strong market feedback elevated the firm in trade mark prosecution, and peers recommended former TTAB judge Gary Krugman. Sughrue, said a client, is "very thorough in case preparation, has swift execution and a desire to win for the client".
Kevin Smith was noted for his trade mark expertise, with a client hailing him as an outstanding resource. "He knows our business very well and always goes to great lengths to be available to us," said the client. "He has a great deal of historical knowledge regarding our marks, which makes him an invaluable resource. He provides excellent advice and at a very reasonable cost." Jody Drake also earned high marks for her knowledge of US and international trade mark law. "If we did not have foreign counsel in nearly every country of the world, we would not hesitate to use Jody as our sole resource for international trade mark matters," said a client.