Marcus P. Dolce

Marcus P. Dolce is a shareholder at Flynn Thiel P.C. and has focused on intellectual property law, with a primary focus on patent preparation and prosecution. With over 25 years of experience, he has developed expertise in a wide array of technologies, including vehicle control systems, wastewater management, cardiac devices, surgical instruments, and household appliances. His background as a patent examiner at the United States Patent and Trademark Office gave him unique insight into patent requirements, enabling him to handle applications efficiently and effectively.

Marcus earned a B.S. in mechanical engineering at Michigan State University before earning his J.D. from Boston University, specializing in intellectual property law. After law school, he served as a patent examiner reviewing technologies ranging from greeting cards to jet engines, sharpening his skills in evaluating inventions.

Marcus joined the Grand Rapids Press before becoming a shareholder at Flynn Thiel P.C., returning to his home state of Michigan. His experience extends beyond patent prosecution to patent investigations, providing patentability, infringement, and invalidity opinions, as well as handling trademark clearance, prosecution, and enforcement.

Marcus P. Dolce commits to the field, as demonstrated by his active memberships in the State Bar of Michigan and the American Intellectual Property Law Association, and by his registration as an attorney with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and the Federal District Court for the Western District of Michigan. His deep understanding of patent law and dedication to his clients ensure a streamlined process for securing intellectual property rights across the U.S. and internationally.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Flynn Thiel PC
• Member, State Bar of Michigan
• Member, American Intellectual Property Law Association
• Registered Attorney, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
• Member, Federal District Court, Western District of Michigan

Licensed State

• Michigan

Education

• Boston University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Michigan State University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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