Donna Schmitt, Armstrong Teasdale Recognized in 2026 Copyright 1000
Armstrong Teasdale Partner Donna Schmitt has been recognized as a Highly Recommended Individual in Missouri and Kansas by IAM’s 2026 Copyright 1000. The guide identifies leading copyright practitioners in key jurisdictions around the world. Schmitt was highlighted as “the name to know, bringing a well-rounded mix of advisory, transactional and enforcement expertise.”
In addition, Armstrong has been recognized as a recommended firm for its Copyright practice, which IAM describes as “a focused, commercially savvy copyright practice that is built around the realities of modern content use.” The guide pointed to the practice’s combination of day-to-day counseling with its ability to protect clients’ content through “swift, tech-driven enforcement, especially through DMCA takedowns and platform-based actions.”
Schmitt and the firm were also recognized this year in the World Trademark Review’s 2026 WTR 1000, as well as being highlighted among WTR’s Global Leaders 2026.








