The Chemical and Biotechnology Practice Group at Merchant & Gould serves clients with interests in diverse chemical and biotechnologies in the United States and around the globe. These industries involve innovations related to polymers, medical devices and diagnostics, specialty chemicals, sanitizing products, food and agricultural products, pharmaceuticals, veterinary medicines, environmental remediation, petroleum products and processes, coatings, cosmetics, colors and dyes, monoclonal antibodies, genetic engineering and gene therapy.
Our services include:
- Domestic and International Patent Preparation and Procurement
- Licensing
- Unfair Competition
- Patent Valuation
- Strategic Planning
- Patent Infringement and Validity Opinions
- Due Diligence
- Product Clearance
- Patent Protection
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Litigation and Appeals
In most cases, our ChemBio Group attorneys possess an undergraduate degree, advanced degree or doctorate in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, genetics, chemical engineering or in closely related fields. In addition, many had substantial real-world industry experience prior to becoming intellectual property lawyers, while others have acquired expertise in particular areas through years of representing entrepreneurs and businesses in these matters. As such, clients can expect nothing less than comprehensive, well-considered guidance and break-through thinking no matter what challenges or new endeavors the future brings.
