Patrick Michael Dwyer

Patrick Michael Dwyer

also known as Patrick M Dwyer

4.9
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 38 years

Patent application Lawyer at Bothell, WA
Practice Areas: Patent Application, Trademark Application, Intellectual Property

1418 184th Pl SE, Bothell, WA

About Patrick

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Patent Application 85%

All phase of patent application: eligibility, prior art, analysis of tech to be patented, application prep and argument through the PTO to issuance, maintenance, and enforcement.

39 years

85%
Trademark Application 10%

All phase of federal trademark registration: eligibility, prior 3rd party usage, analysis of brand and business to be registered, application prep and argument through the PTO to registration, maintenance, and enforcement.

38 years

10%
Intellectual Property 5%

All IP matters in addition to Trademark and Patent.

39 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 420-420 per hour

Pro bono

5 %

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 38 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1987

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Location

Patrick M Dwyer

1418 184th Pl SE, Bothell, WA, 98012

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Patrick Michael Dwyer's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

5 star (10) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
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Posted by John | June 12, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Great Attorney, Even Better Person

Not sure that I can add much to the stunning accolades the other reviewers have already bestowed on Patrick. So, I'll just tell you what he did. After months of working with another Patent attorney with things going nowhere, I consulted Patrick and he solved the problem in just one day. After taking ...a quick look at a one-sided agreement I signed with a licensee, he saw immediately that it was voidable. The very next day the licensee caved to my demand that the agreement be amended to make it non-exclusive. What a relief. I'm finally free to seek out other opportunities with my patent.

Posted by Rudy | January 4, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Absolutely Fantastic Patent Attorney

When I say it has been an absolute pleasure working with Pat, that is an understatement. His knowledge of thoroughly navigating the patent process unparalleled. He has provided amazing guidance, and what is even better is he is simply a great human being. Easy to talk to, quick to respond, makes s...ure every detail and option is fully understood. 10 stars it would be more accurate. Highly recommend if you're in the market for a patent lawyer you can trust and rely on to protect your IP.

Posted by Greg | January 3, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Common sense is hard to find

I am Pacific Volt's CTO. I have worked with Patrick for at least 25 years, except for a short lived period of time when our new CEO wanted a "big firm" to handle our IP - which was a huge mistake. After that CEO was forced out, I went back to Pat and our IP has been exceptionally well taken care of e...ver since. In my experience Pat has an uncommon knowledge of how the patent world functions. He also has uncommonly good advice about how and where to apply your budget.

Posted by Karen | January 2, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Knowledgeable

I worked with Patrick on two inventions and with his help was able to get a patent on one of them! The thing I liked about Patrick the most is his willingness to help me understand the nitty-gritty details for obtaining a patent. It can be a long, arduous and expensive process and Patrick asked me ...all along the way if it was worth it for me to keep going, offering counsel on the pros and cons of the process and explaining things I did not understand. I appreciated that very much.

Posted by Randall | May 19, 2009

Pat is excellent

Pat Dwyer is a brilliant patent lawyer who delivers consistently top-quality legal services with courtesy and efficiency. His professionalism and skills are off the charts. Highly recommended.

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Patrick Michael Dwyer's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stefani Quane

Intellectual property lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Patrick brings an excellent personality to patent law. He's able to communicate in regular language which I think is important for an attorney doing such rigorous work. I look forward to referring cannabis clients to him as that area grows into patentable products (which it is!)."

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Caitlin Bellum

Patent application lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Patrick is my go-to guy when I have a patent question or need to refer a client who is in search of a patent attorney. He is always willing to answer my questions and has been a joy to work with!"

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Paul Drayna

Intellectual property lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Working as the only lawyer in a medium size business is a lot like being the family doctor: everyone comes to you with everything, and they expect you to handle it all. Every once in a while, however, you need to refer to a specialist. Intellectual property is one of those areas where I on occasion need help - and Pat has been our source for trademark and IP assistance for many years. He provides good, practical and cost-effective advice, and understands how business clients think. He is consistently a pleasure to work with."

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Rex Stratton

Intellectual property lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Patrick is a briliant lawyer and astute patent and Intellectual Property law practioners. He and I worked on many matters togther over the years and he is one of the very best. I knew Patrick when he was a law student and he and another law student from University of Puget Sound Law School won the National Giles RIch Moot Court competitions, a prestigious award presented by the American Intellectual Property Law Association. I have worked with and watched Patrick's career develop since he started practicing law and cannot recommend him highly enough."

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Frank Abramonte

Intellectual property lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known and respected Patrick Dwyer for over 15 years, and think highly of his abilities and his balanced approach to representation of his clients."

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Robert Cumbow

Patent application lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've worked with Pat Dwyer on a number of matters; I've done trademark work for clients of his; and I've unhesitatingly referred patent work to him. He is a relaxed, accessible lawyer who takes the fear out of patent protection."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2022

Martindale rated AV preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell

1986

National Championship, Giles S Rick National Patent Moot Court Competition

Work Experience

1991 - Present

Patent Attorney, Patrick M Dwyer Law Office

Associations

1986 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

1986 - Present

American Intellectual Property Law Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Snoqualmie Falls Lodge v Puget Power

Puget Power enjoined from infringement

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Education

1987

Seattle University School of Law (Formerly UPugetSound)

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

1998

IP Issues for Franchisors - CLE

IP pitfalls for franchisors

Publications

1992

Public access Television Filmed TV Series on Patent, Trademark and Copyright issues

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