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Michael P. Dilworth

Michael P. Dilworth

Helps innovative companies transform ideas into business value through strategic IP

michael-dilworth
New Haven, Connecticut
Joined August 2025
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Michael Dilworth is a highly experienced intellectual property attorney with over 30 years in the field, specializing in chemical patent law. He combines deep legal knowledge with technical fluency and business acumen, serving both high-growth startups and multinational companies. His expertise covers U.S. and international patent and trademark prosecution, portfolio management, licensing, transactional IP, and global enforcement. dilworthip+2
As the Founder and Managing Partner of Dilworth IP since 2007, Michael has built a firm dedicated to treating intellectual property as a strategic asset. He focuses on helping clients integrate IP into their core business decisions to drive growth, mitigate risk, and strengthen market position, a philosophy shaped by his prior in-house experience. dilworthip+1
Prior to founding Dilworth IP, Michael held significant in-house leadership roles, including Chief IP Counsel for Chemtura Corporation (now LANXESS Americas). In this capacity, he built and managed the in-house IP department for a publicly traded industrial company with over $1.5 billion in annual revenue, directing a global patent and trademark portfolio. dilworthip+2
Michael is a recognized leader in the intellectual property legal community, consistently named a top IP attorney by organizations like IAM Patent 1000 (multiple years including 2017, 2018, 2021-2025) and Super Lawyers (2023-2025). He is also an active member of professional organizations such as AIPLA and IPO. dilworthip+2

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IP Due Diligence: Assess Value & Reduce Risks in Business Deals

September 1, 2025

An article discussing how to assess the value of intellectual property and reduce risks in business deals through due diligence.

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7 Ways Your IP Counsel Can Help You Execute a Companywide IP Strategy

January 1, 2023

An article outlining seven methods through which intellectual property counsel can assist in implementing a company-wide IP strategy.

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Trademark vs Copyright vs Patent: Comparison Guide + Examples

A comparative guide explaining the differences between trademarks, copyrights, and patents, including examples.

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Judgment Preservation Insurance: A Guide On How Litigation’s Safety Net Works & Why It Matters

An article detailing how judgment preservation insurance functions as a safety net in litigation and its significance.

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