Atty. Thomas Gary Dickson
Thomas Gary Dickson is a lawyer practicing trademarks, patent litigation, patent prosecution and 4 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from College of St.Thomas in 1985, and has been licensed for 32 years.
Patent Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Minneapolis, MN · 32+ Years Experience
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About Thomas Gary Dickson at a Glance
Thomas Gary Dickson is a Partner based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Patterson Thuente Pedersen, P.A.. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, ip, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1994) and U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark O (1995). Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1994) and College of St.Thomas (B.A. Pre, 1985). Active member of Minnesota State Bar Association Minnesota Intellectual Property Law Association American Intellectual Property Law Association International Trademark Association, International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property. Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas Gary Dickson
- Thomas Gary Dickson is a lawyer practicing trademarks, patent litigation, patent prosecution and 4 other areas of law
- Thomas received a B.A. degree from College of St.Thomas in 1985, and has been licensed for 32 years
- Thomas practices at Patterson Thuente Pedersen, P.A. in Minneapolis, MN
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Thomas Gary Dickson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Gary Dickson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Minneapolis.
Patent Law in Minneapolis
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Trademark Law in Minneapolis
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Intellectual Property in Minneapolis
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Appellate Practice in Minneapolis
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Minneapolis
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.
Minneapolis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Minneapolis-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 Minneapolis Choose Thomas Gary Dickson
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 Thomas Gary Dickson's practice in the field of patent, trademark, ip, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas Gary Dickson brings 32+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Minnesota and U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark O, Thomas Gary Dickson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, trademark, and ip, Thomas Gary Dickson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Minneapolis
A Minneapolis-based practice means Thomas Gary Dickson 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 Thomas Gary Dickson Handles in Minneapolis
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