Kourtney Mueller Merrill
About Kourtney Mueller Merrill
Kourtney Mueller Merrill is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. Kourtney Mueller Merrill is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
- Patent Law
Current Firm: Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP
Education: The University of Texas, J.D., graduated 2005
Location: Washington, DC
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