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Michael P. Doerr

Professional Experience

Mr. Doerr’s practice includes patent, copyright, trademark, and trade secret litigation; preparation and prosecution of patent applications; preparation of freedom to practice opinions; and transactional due diligence matters. 

Prior to joining Harness Dickey, Mr. Doerr practiced for several years with a small firm in commercial and municipal litigation, serving as trial counsel in both jury and bench trials. 

Representative Cases

  • Richard K. Niemi, et al v. American Axle Mfg. & Holding, Inc., et al Read More »
  • Dana Corp. v. American Axle & Mfg., Inc. Read More »

Education

J.D., cum laude, University of Georgia
B.S. in Computer Science, University of Michigan

Professional Affiliations

  • Michigan Bar Association
  • American Intellectual Property Law Association

Publications

Java: An Innovation in Software Development and a Dilemma in Copyright Law, University of Georgia Journal of Intellectual Property Law.

Mr. Doerr has also authored three annual survey articles in government law, published by the Wayne State Law Review.

Michael P. Doerr Attorney

Michael P. Doerr

Principal
Detroit Metro Office
(248) 641-1245
mdoerr@hdp.com
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Assistant: Michelle Kowalske
(248) 341-1361
mkowalske@hdp.com
Industries
Business & Information
Electrical & Computer
Consumer Electronics
Bar & Court Admissions
Michigan
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Eastern District of Michigan
Western District of Michigan