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Patrick Michael Dwyer
also known as Patrick M Dwyer
About Patrick
Biography
I run a full service IP law practice. Of course. Someone has said that to a business, making money is like breathing - it is vital, absolutely vital, but you don't want to be thinking about it all the time! The legal service I provide is like that. It is there; it is vital. And there is more to life.
My clients are my friends. I want the best for them, in their whole life. My advice, services and strategies address whole people with real lives, running vital, planet-changing businesses. I invite you to call me; relax and share some of the things that matter to you. If we generate a question, or an opportunity for a conversation, I look forward to talking to you. Soon!
My clients are my friends. I want the best for them, in their whole life. My advice, services and strategies address whole people with real lives, running vital, planet-changing businesses. I invite you to call me; relax and share some of the things that matter to you. If we generate a question, or an opportunity for a conversation, I look forward to talking to you. Soon!
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Patent Application
85%
39 years
Trademark Application
10%
38 years
Intellectual Property
5%
39 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 420-420 per hour
Pro bono
5 %
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Check
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Licensed in Washington for 38 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1987
No misconduct found
Location
Patrick M Dwyer
1418 184th Pl SE, Bothell, WA, 98012
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Posted by John | June 12, 2025 | Intellectual Property
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 ...
Posted by Greg | January 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Intellectual Property
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...
Posted by Damion Hankejh | September 03, 2009 | Intellectual Property
Extraordinary IP Counselor
Patrick (Pat) Dwyer has been an important, competitive asset for my companies since meeting him in 1997. Without exception Pat is in a league of his own - deftly maneuvering the USPTO labyrinth and transforming roadblocks into opportunities. In addition to being an affable, skilled counselor, he brin...
Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2009 | Patent Application
Client Review
Patrick has done a great job pushing the US PTO to get our claims considered. He has a great technical understanding of our products and has a sharp intellect with capability to understand and argue technical matters from many areas.
Patrick Michael Dwyer's Lawyer Endorsements
"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!)."
"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!"
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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
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
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
Activity
Legal Answers