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Dorothie Smith
also known as Dorothie Laguerre Smith
About Dorothie
Biography
You can connect with Dorothie by emailing Dorothie Laguerre Smith is a Registered Patent Attorney. Her passion is in working with startups and tech entrepreneurs to advice on the protection of their ideas, business names and logos, contracts, and written work. She speaks frequently on patents, trademarks, copyright, and trade secret matters and has key industry experience. Dorothie is a former Patent Examiner at the United States Patent and Trademark Office. At the USPTO, she examined and approved or denied patent applications in various technological areas. She also worked as an Electrical Engineer at Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy, where she was part of the project team that designed and constructed wind turbines.
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 4 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 7 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
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Dorothie Smith's Reviews
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Posted by Flowing Grace Transport | July 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Three Words: Responsive, Proactive and Solution-Minded!
Our organization reached out to Dorothie Smith, to address an acute legal business need. Her efficient response and provided innovative solution played a vital role in deciding to become a long-term client. In addition, her intimate knowledge of the healthcare industry, positioned Dorothie, to anal...
Posted by Antoine | July 7, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great up and coming lawyer!
Attorney Smith and I worked together on a trademark and copyright application earlier this year. Her professionalism and command of the law are unmatched as well as her personable and warm disposition. I highly recommend Attorney Smith for her unmistakable prowess in Intellectual Property law to clie...
Posted by Joseph | June 15, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
A competent and experienced Patent Attorney.
If you are looking for a competent and knowledgeable Patent Attorney in the Sunny Florida do not go any further, consult with Mrs. Smith. She has the know-how, the experience and the communication skills to get you results in all your Patent matters and needs.
Posted by Vanessa Thomas | June 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Amazing lawyer!
Dorothie was amazing! She was patient and answered all my questions! I have never felt like any other lawyer cared about my needs before! Hire her! She has your best interest in mind!
Posted by Cathy Davis | June 13, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Excellent attorney
Attorney smith was very knowledgeable and answered all of my questions. The staff was professionally and ensured that understood the process. I look forward to continue working with her.
Dorothie Smith's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Dorothie is always pleasant and professional in her dealings. She knows her stuff and has fun and interesting ways of sharing her knowledge. I have referred several clients to her and they raved about Dorothie’s personality and expertise. You will not go wrong hiring her. I highly recommend Dorothie."
"Dorothie is a phenomenal patent attorney. Her attention to detail is unparalleled. It's rare to come across attorneys such as Dorothie because she is committed to getting it right, each and every time."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Smith is a passionate and driven attorney dedicated to her work. Attorney Smith is prompt, professional, and personable and goes the extra mile to get results. I would highly recommend her to any potential client and she is a valued asset to the legal community and I am honored to write this review."
"Whenever I have a Patent law question, Dorothie is the first attorney I turn to. She is a brilliant attorney and preeminent in the patent law area."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is a diligent hardworking attorney who cares deeply for her clients. I highly recommend this lawyer for anyone interested in pursuing patent issues of any kind."
"Dorothie Smith is an exceptional attorney. She is intelligent, knowledgeable, and dedicated to providing her clients with the highest quality legal services. I highly recommend this lawyer."
Joycelyn Brown
Patent application lawyer
Alexander Smith-Johnson
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2021
Who's Who of Professional Women, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
2021
Admitted to Practice, District of Columbia Bar
2021
Top 100 Attorneys, America's Top 100 Attorneys
2020
Orlando Style Magazine, Orlando's Legal Elite Nominee
2020
Admitted to Practice, United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida
2019
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2019
Admitted to Practice, United States District court for the Southern District of Florida
2018
Admitted to Practice, Florida Bar
2018
Admitted to Practice, Florida Bar
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Mercer Law School
2021 - Present
Patent Attorney, IPS Legal Group
2016 - 2021
Patent Examiner, United States Patent & Trademark Office
Associations
2020 - Present
District of Columbia BarMember
2018 - Present
Florida BarMember
2018 - Present
Florida Bar, Business Law SectionMember
2018 - Present
Florida Bar, General Practice, Solo and Small FirmMember
2018 - Present
Florida Bar, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
USPTO
Registerd Patent Attorney
Sample of Legal Cases
20 Street, LLC v. Touch Boutique, Inc.
Replicating Data Volume Updates From Clients Accessing The Data Volume Across Fault Tolerance Zones
I rejected this patent application as an examiner at the USPTO.
ANOMALY DETECTION IN MULTIPLE CORRELATED SENSORS
I rejected this patent application as an examiner at the USPTO. The application was later abondoned in part do to the thorough examination conducted.
DETERMINATION OF CONVERSATION THREADS IN A MESSAGE CHANNEL BASED ON CONVERSATIONAL FLOW AND SEMANTIC SIMILARITY OF MESSAGES
Application issued
Education
2018
Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
University of Central Florida
Electrical Engineering
Speaking Engagements
2020
Haitain Women Meet Up Club
Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, and Trade Secrets
Publications
2021
IPS Legal Group Blog
TikTok: The Evolution of Music Licensing
2021
IPS Legal Group Blog
Details to Keep in Mind When Trademarking a Traveling Business
2021
IPS Legal Group Blog
How To Successfully Build Your IP Portfolio Through Licensing
2021
IPS Legal Group Blog
The Patent Controversy: Why Do People Patent Viruses?
2021
IPS Legal Group Blog
How to Protect Your Intellectual Property
2021
IPS Legal Group Blog
Building Your Brand Identity
Languages
Creole
French
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
There's a 1 year grace period to file for a patent from the time that you go public with a new product - what entails "public"?
01 Dec 2021
Q&A
Patent vs detailed description
07 Jul 2021
Q&A
Can i file a provisional patent for all 6 of my hair products? Or do i have to file a patent individually?
26 May 2021