Patent Prosecution Assistant (hybrid)
MERCHANT & GOULD PC
About this role
Merchant & Gould is seeking a Patent Prosecution Assistant to support their intellectual property law practice, focusing on managing patent-related documentation, supporting USPTO filings, and assisting with patent prosecution tasks. The role involves maintaining accurate records, coordinating with legal teams, and supporting administrative and technical aspects of patent applications.
Skills
About MERCHANT & GOULD PC
merchantgould.comMerchant & Gould P.C. is an intellectual property law firm that advises clients on patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and related IP counseling, prosecution, licensing, and enforcement. The firm represents a range of clients — from startups to multinational corporations — across technology, life sciences, consumer products, and manufacturing, helping build and manage IP portfolios and commercialize innovations. Merchant & Gould handles complex patent litigation, USPTO proceedings (including PTAB), and transactional IP work, combining technical expertise with courtroom experience. They position themselves as strategic partners for protecting, monetizing, and defending clients’ inventions and brands.
About MERCHANT & GOULD PC
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$55k – $65k
per year