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Lisa Johnson is a Senior Patent Paralegal at Merchant &amp; Gould, primarily serving the Foreign Filing Department. With more than 20 years of intellectual property experience, Lisa uses her vast knowledge to help international clients move forward with their patents.

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Meeting deadlines is crucial for filing patents and protecting an inventor’s IP, and missing a date can lead to the loss of securing IP rights or even litigation.

Lisa prevents unwanted outcomes by using her exceptional organizational and communication skills. By informing clients about the status of their applications, scheduling reminders, and tracking deadlines, she ensures that every task is completed on time and that deadlines are always met. 

It’s vitally important to keep moving the patent process forward, which requires constant follow-up and planning, especially in the world of Foreign Filing. Often, clients need three months or more of preparation to make sure they’re filing in the countries they’ve selected.

To keep the legal team and clients prepared for what’s to come, Lisa keeps a sharp eye on upcoming action items. From organizing documents to maintaining databases, her ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments prevents important tasks from being overlooked.

Lisa greatly enjoys the mental stimulation of her role, which requires a sharp mind and analytical eye. An avid learner, she’s taught herself how to use intricate programs in order to do her job successfully.

The processes and regulations of patent filing are always evolving, gifting Lisa with constant learning opportunities. Lisa loves diving into each country’s own set patent rules and dedicating herself to research.

Throughout her career, Lisa has developed a strong affinity for developing cohesive relationships. In the past, she was assigned to train interns due to her collaborative style. Lisa is always willing to share knowledge and support others however she can.

Lisa thrives on building trust and rapport with her colleagues and clients, as she understands that effective communication and collaboration are crucial in the legal field. Most of all, she finds great satisfaction in helping clients achieve concrete results with their patents.

Before becoming a paralegal, Lisa was a court reporter in Minnesota. She attended Rasmussen Business College and completed their Court Reporting Program with 98% accuracy in Stenography, Shorthand, and Typewrite.

However, the unpredictable schedule and monotony of typing led her to make a change. An acquaintance invited her to become a paralegal at a firm, and Lisa found her calling. She started out in U.S. patent filing before advancing to the exciting field of international filing.

Outside of work, Lisa enjoys a range of activities. She goes camping as often as possible with her husband and three cats in Minnesota’s picturesque state parks, as well as in Michigan and Colorado. Lisa also stays as active as possible by inline skating and going to the gym.

Lisa J. Johnson