Atty. Allen W Hinderaker

Atty. Allen W Hinderaker

Allen W Hinderaker is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property, patent infringement and 6 other areas of law. Allen received a B.A. degree from St.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 52 Years Experience 52 year
Call (715) 727-5056

Profile Summary

About Allen W Hinderaker at a glance

Allen W Hinderaker is an Attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Merchant And Gould. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, contracts, ip, and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1974), U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1976), U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota (1980), and U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1993). Educated at University of Minnesota Law School (J.D., 1974) and St. Olaf College (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Allen W Hinderaker is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property, patent infringement and 6 other areas of law
  • Allen received a B.A. degree from St. Olaf College in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Allen practices at Merchant & Gould P.C. in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Allen W Hinderaker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Allen W Hinderaker handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Contracts

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Trade Secrets

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

Practicing law in Minnesota. Legal matters in Minnesota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Minneapolis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Minnesota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Minnesota brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Minnesota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Allen W Hinderaker

Where is Allen W Hinderaker's law office located?
Allen W Hinderaker's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Merchant And Gould. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Allen W Hinderaker handle?
Allen W Hinderaker focuses on patent, trademark, contracts, ip, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Allen W Hinderaker practiced law?
Allen W Hinderaker has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Allen W Hinderaker go to law school?
Allen W Hinderaker earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Allen W Hinderaker for a consultation?
You can contact Allen W Hinderaker directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Allen W Hinderaker received?
Allen W Hinderaker's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota Law School
- 1974
B.A.
St. Olaf College
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 2006
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 2010

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