Merchant & Gould is pleased to announce that Lea E. Westman has joined the firm as a partner, bringing more than a decade of experience in patent law. She focuses on chemical and materials science, medical devices, cosmetics, and the intersection of AI and life sciences, helping clients grow and protect their intellectual property portfolios.
"Lea's impressive background, including her work on thousands of patents and her deep knowledge of patent prosecution and due diligence, speaks volumes about her capabilities," said Merchant & Gould Managing Partner Heather Kliebenstein. "Her ability to craft strategic, business-focused IP solutions will be an asset to our clients and our firm. We are thrilled to welcome her to the team."
Lea's passion for intellectual property law runs in the family—her grandfather, a patent attorney with a 60-year career, inspired her to forge her own path in the field. After spending over a decade at IP firms in Minneapolis, she now joins Merchant & Gould's New York office.
We are excited to welcome Lea to the firm and look forward to the impact she will have on our clients and team.