Atty. Patrick J. Gallagher
Patrick concentrates his practice on trademark and copyright issues, as well as other intellectual property matters. He has extensive experience in trademark clearance, investigation, prosecution, client counseling and management of domestic and international trademark portfolios on behalf of clients of all sizes in a wide variety of industries.
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Patrick J. Gallagher is a trademark and ip attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP. Admitted to practice in Minnesota, Minnesota Bar. Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1999). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Trademark Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Patrick concentrates his practice on trademark and copyright issues, as well as other intellectual property matters
- He has extensive experience in trademark clearance, investigation, prosecution, client counseling and management of domestic and international trademark portfolios on behalf of clients of all sizes in a wide variety of industries
- Patrick's practice also focuses on trademark enforcement
- trademark opposition and cancellation proceedings
- trademark, unfair competition and false advertising disputes and litigation
- internet domain name disputes and proceedings
- and trademark licensing
- His practice also includes providing advice and handling disputes involving social media
- IP due diligence
- IP licensing
- copyright counseling, protection and registration
- copyright litigation
- Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) notice and take down procedures
- and domain name acquisition.While attending law school, Patrick served as editor-in-chief of the William Mitchell Law Review
- He was the recipient of the Alumni Association's Student Award of Merit for his graduating class — the award recognizes scholastic achievement, involvement in student organizations, community service and individual perseverance
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IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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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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