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Pillar of Montana law, government finance ‘matriarch’ Dorsey & Whitney’s Mae Nan Ellingson retiring

Mae Nan Ellingson is retiring from her legendary career of nearly three decades as a public finance lawyer for Dorsey & Whitney in Missoula. "You know, I’d like to be involved in everything that goes on in Missoula," Ellingson said. "I’ve just been so lucky to be involved in so many wonderful, wonderful things."

Understanding The Impact Of The 2011 America Invents Act, 12/1, Bozeman, Montana

The America Invents Act represents the most significant change to patent law in nearly 60 years.

Understanding The Impact Of The 2011 America Invents Act, 11/30, Missoula, Montana

Plan to join Dorsey & Whitney attorneys Tim Worrall (http://www.dorsey.com/worrall_tim/) and Jennifer Lane (http://www.dorsey.com/people/detail.aspx?attorney=2632) for an enlightening discussion about practical strategies as the American Invents Act’s provisions come into effect.

Protecting Your Intellectual Property, 12/1, Bozeman, Montana

TechRanch and the MSU College of Business are pleased to welcome patent attorneys from the global, full-service law firm of Dorsey & Whitney http://www.dorsey.com/locations/Office.aspx?office=22 to Bozeman to discuss intellectual property, the America Invents Act and its impact on your business.

Dorsey eUpdate: The Appropriate Forum and Applicable Law in Claims Against ISPs in the EU

Ever since the internet became a ubiquitous form of media, courts had to address questions of jurisdiction and conflict of law in relation to claims concerning content published online.

Dorsey Named Winner of 2011 Alfred P. Sloan Award for Business Excellence in Workplace Flexibility

Our mission of providing superior client service is supported by the effort we have made to create a flexible workplace. This award acknowledges our efforts."

Patent Reform Becomes Law: The Leahy-Smith America Invents Act

The Leahy-Smith Act makes the first substantial modifications to the United States patent laws since 1952.

Waiving A Red Flag: Potential Restrictions on Using Color To Brand Products and Services in the U.S.

This case is being closely watched by members of the fashion industry and other brand owners, whose ability to use single colors to distinguish their products or services may be restricted in the future.

Earlier Distribution Required for Medicare Part D Creditable Coverage Notice: Health Care Reform’s Earlier Annual Enrollment Period for Part D Accelerates Deadline for Distributing Creditable Coverage Notice

The annual election period for Medicare Part D is now October 15 through December 7.

The California Supreme Court Decides Non-Residents Performing Work in California for California Based Employers Are Subject to California’s Overtime Provisions

In light of this decision, employers with non-resident workers performing daily or weekly work in California will need to ensure compliance with the overtime provisions as applicable.