Atty. Patrick Michael Dwyer
Patrick Michael Dwyer is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent/ trademark/ copyright, patent application and 1 other area of law. Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of California, and has been licensed for 39 years.
Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving Burien, WA · 39+ Years Experience
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About Patrick Michael Dwyer at a Glance
Patrick Michael Dwyer is a Member based in Burien, Washington, practicing at Patrick M. Dwyer. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, and ip. Admitted to practice in Washington (1987). Educated at Seattle University formerly University of Puget Sound School of Law J.D. (—) and University of California B.A. University of California M.F.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Burien, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick Michael Dwyer
- Patrick Michael Dwyer is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent/ trademark/ copyright, patent application and 1 other area of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of California, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Patrick practices at Patrick M. Dwyer in Burien, WA
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Patrick Michael Dwyer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick Michael Dwyer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Burien.
Patent Law in Burien
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Trademark Law in Burien
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Copyright Law in Burien
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Intellectual Property in Burien
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Patrick Michael Dwyer is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Washington →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Burien
Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Burien are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington 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 Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Burien Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Burien-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Burien Choose Patrick Michael Dwyer
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Patrick Michael Dwyer's practice in the field of patent, trademark, copyright, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick Michael Dwyer brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, trademark, and copyright, Patrick Michael Dwyer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Burien
A Burien-based practice means Patrick Michael Dwyer attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Patrick Michael Dwyer Handles in Burien
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