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Guardians of Innovation and Intellectual Property
Protecting Ideas in the Rocky Mountain Region
Merchant & Gould P.C. is a premier intellectual property law firm with a strong national presence and a key office in downtown Denver, Colorado. Since its founding in 1900, the firm has been at the forefront of protecting the world’s most innovative ideas. The Denver office serves as a hub for technology and creativity, assisting inventors, startups, universities, and Fortune 500 companies in securing and defending their intellectual property rights. The attorneys at Merchant & Gould are not just legal experts; many hold advanced degrees in engineering, biotechnology, and computer science, allowing them to understand the technical intricacies of their clients’ inventions.
The firm’s mission is to add value to their clients’ businesses by turning ideas into assets. Whether it is filing a patent for a breakthrough medical device, registering a trademark for a new consumer brand, or litigating a high-stakes copyright infringement case, Merchant & Gould brings a depth of experience that few firms can match. They understand the competitive landscape of modern industry and work proactively to build IP portfolios that drive revenue and market share. Their collaborative team approach ensures that every client receives the benefit of the firm’s collective knowledge, spanning diverse industries from aerospace to software.
Intellectual Property Services
Merchant & Gould provides comprehensive IP legal services:
- Patents: Conducting patent searches, drafting applications, and prosecuting patents before the USPTO and international agencies.
- Trademarks: Advising on brand selection, clearance, registration, and enforcement to protect brand identity.
- Copyrights: Securing protection for creative works, software, and digital content.
- IP Litigation: Representing clients in federal courts and before the PTAB and TTAB in disputes over infringement and validity.
- Trade Secrets: Developing strategies to protect confidential business information and proprietary data.
- Licensing and Transactions: negotiating technology transfer agreements and IP licensing deals.
Why Partner with Merchant & Gould?
Innovation requires protection. Merchant & Gould is recognized as a Top Patent Firm and consistently ranks highly in national legal directories like Chambers USA and Best Lawyers. The Denver team combines the resources of a large national firm with the personal attention and local market knowledge of a regional office. They are deeply integrated into Colorado’s tech and startup ecosystem. If you are looking to find a lawyer who speaks the language of innovation and can safeguard your competitive edge, Merchant & Gould is the partner you need.
Contact the Denver Office
Located in the heart of the financial district on 17th Street, the firm is perfectly positioned to serve the business community. Contact them today to discuss how to protect your intellectual property assets.
Specializing In
Patent Prosecution, Trademark Litigation, IP Portfolio Management
Address & Location
1125 17th St, Suite 1550, Denver, CO 80202
Building Location
The office is located in the 17th Street Plaza, a prominent high-rise in Downtown Denver’s financial district, also known as the ‘Wall Street of the Rockies’.
Suite Access
Check in at the security desk in the main lobby, then take the elevator to the 15th floor. Proceed to Suite 1550.
Parking Details
Parking is available in the building’s garage (entrance on Lawrence St) and at nearby surface lots.
Public Transit
The office is just blocks from Union Station and the 16th Street Mall shuttle, providing easy access to all public transit.
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