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The firm’s San Francisco office is located in the heart of the financial district at 333 Bush Street, 21st Floor. It was established in 1998 and currently has 12 lawyers and three scientists, all of whom hold technical degrees, including six Ph.D. degrees.

The firm’s San Francisco professionals focus on key technical areas such as semiconductors, biotechnology, including plant technology, mechanical and chemical engineering and computer hardware and software. The San Francisco office provides full service for the firm’s clients in all areas of intellectual property law, including patents and trademarks, licensing, litigation, due diligence associated with investment events and related client counseling.

Managing Partner

For more than 20 years our San Francisco office has provided a full range of IP services to clients as diverse as San Francisco itself—from small start-ups to well-known multi-national corporations.  Our attorneys and scientists have deep expertise in a wide range of technical areas, including semiconductors, software, electronics, biotechnology, food technology and agriculture.

-Andrew Merickel, Ph.D., Managing Partner