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Merchant & Gould P.C.

A national innovation and technology law firm with locations across the U.S.

Merchant & Gould helps sole inventors, emerging and established companies, universities, venture capitalists, and Fortune 500 and 100 companies gain leverage in new and existing markets. Our team of attorneys, registered patent agents, and technical experts position our clients for business success locally, nationally, and around the world.

04/16/2026

Merchant is pleased to welcome partner Jack Smith to our Washington, D.C.-area office, bringing 20 years of experience across patent litigation and prosecution.

With a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering and experience as a former USPTO examiner, he offers clients a technically grounded and strategically informed approach to complex IP matters.

Read more about Jack's practice: https://na2.hubs.ly/H04Tw4G0

04/14/2026

U.S. policy shifts are reshaping how companies think about innovation, especially at the intersection of AI and the automotive industry.

Merchant partner Josh Hartman will be speaking at IAM Live: Auto IP USA, where he’ll join a panel discussion on navigating evolving policy priorities, AI patent eligibility, and the regulatory landscape ahead.

🔗https://na2.hubs.ly/H04TqNm0

02/16/2026

Merchant partner Kerry Timbers has been recognized as a 2025 Lawyer of the Year by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly.

A nationally recognized IP litigator, Kerry’s leadership in high-stakes patent disputes and complex intellectual property matters continues to deliver meaningful results for clients across industries. Congratulations, Kerry!

01/14/2026

Join attorneys Rachel Scobie and Marra Clay for a live CLE webinar on January 22, as they break down the top IP decisions of 2025. From AI patent eligibility to trademark functionality and transformative use in copyright law, Rachel and Marra will offer relevant, ready-to-apply analysis.

🗓 Thursday, January 22, 2026
🕑 2:00–3:00 PM CT
📍 Live webinar

Register now! 🔗 https://na2.hubs.ly/H02_MCC0

01/12/2026

Join Merchant & Gould next Thursday, January 22, for a live CLE webinar covering the most significant 2025 rulings in patent, trademark, trade dress, and copyright law. From Federal Circuit decisions on AI patent eligibility to major trademark and copyright rulings, we’ll unpack what changed and what it means for your practice moving forward.

🗓️ Thursday, January 22, 2026
🕑 2:00–3:00 PM CT
📍 Live webinar

Register now! 🔗 https://na2.hubs.ly/H02_2940

01/07/2026

We’re proud to welcome an outstanding group of attorneys to our team as Merchant & Gould opens its newest office in Boston.

Heather Kliebenstein spoke with the Boston Business Journal about how the region’s deep technology ecosystem makes it a natural fit for our growing national platform.

🔗https://na2.hubs.ly/H02Ylcd0

12/16/2025

As AI continues to evolve, becoming a facet in our everyday lives, Merchant & Gould remains at the forefront of innovation and integration.

The Star Tribune asked our managing director, Heather Kliebenstein, about the role AI will play in IP law, and how small business owners and individuals can protect themselves.

https://na2.hubs.ly/H02CpN90

10/17/2025

Merchant & Gould is excited to welcome six new associates to the firm. Joining us across our Denver, Knoxville, Minneapolis, and Washington D.C.-area offices, these attorneys bring sharp legal minds and a shared passion for intellectual property law.

Please join us in welcoming Gabriel Bauer, Tucker Bender, Taylor McCarty, Hannah Montgomery, Min Ji Suh, and Emily Threatt!

10/16/2025

We’re proud to share that Anneliese Mayer has been named a 2025 Top Woman in Law by Minnesota Lawyer! With more than 20 years of experience in IP law, Anneliese combines technical insight, strategic thinking, and a deep commitment to serving both her clients and her community. Congratulations! 👏

https://na2.hubs.ly/H01CGkb0

09/18/2025

We’re proud to celebrate two team members honored by Minnesota Lawyer:

Marra Clay has been named a 2025 Up & Coming Attorney for her early litigation success, meaningful pro bono service, and commitment to mentoring the next generation of legal professionals.

Allie Morris has been named a 2025 Unsung Legal Hero for her creative leadership behind some of Merchant & Gould’s most impactful marketing initiatives.

Congratulations, Marra & Allie! 👏

09/03/2025

Partner Jonathan Berschadsky has been recognized by IAM Strategy 300: The World’s Leading IP Strategists, 2025. Each year, IAM identifies leading intellectual property practitioners through an in-depth research initiative. 👏 Congratulations, Jonathan!

08/26/2025

We’re proud to share that 18 Merchant & Gould attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America! These honors, based entirely on peer review, reflect our attorneys' dedication to client service and legal excellence. Congratulations to all!

Jeff Blake
Jack Clifford
Joseph Dubis
Andy Ehard
Peter Gergely
Thomas Johnson
Scott Johnston
John Kern
Heather Kliebenstein
Thomas Leach
Daniel Pereira
Brent Routman
Christopher Schulte
William Schultz
Eric Schweibenz
Rachel Zimmerman Scobie
Christopher Sorenson
Anthony Zeuli

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Minneapolis, MN

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Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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+16123325300

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http://www.merchantgould.com/

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