Atty. Kirk Dean Dorius

Atty. Kirk Dean Dorius

Mr. Kirk Dean Dorius is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent prosecution & counseling, technology.

Austin Austin 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Kirk Dean Dorius at a glance

Kirk Dean Dorius is a Member based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in Arizona (2004), Texas (2007), and Utah U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas (2007). Educated at Franklin Pierce Law Center (J.D. University, 2004) and Utah State University B.S. (—). Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Kirk Dean Dorius is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent prosecution & counseling, technology
  • Kirk Dean received a B.S. degree from Utah State University, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Kirk Dean practices at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Kirk Dean Dorius's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kirk Dean Dorius handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kirk Dean Dorius

Where is Kirk Dean Dorius's law office located?
Kirk Dean Dorius's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is Michael Best & Friedrich LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kirk Dean Dorius handle?
Kirk Dean Dorius focuses on patent, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Kirk Dean Dorius practiced law?
Kirk Dean Dorius has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Kirk Dean Dorius go to law school?
Kirk Dean Dorius earned their education at (J.D. University, 2004); (—).
How can I contact Kirk Dean Dorius for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. University
Franklin Pierce Law Center
- 2004
Utah State University B.S.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Arizona
Admitted: 2004
Texas
Admitted: 2007
Utah U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 2007

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