Brett Klein

Minnesota State Bar Association Recognizes Attorney Brett A. Klein for Pro Bono Service Minneapolis, MN – June 19, 2013. Seven attorneys from Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A., have been named “North Star Lawyers” by the Minnesota State Bar Association, in recognition for providing at least 50 hours of pro bono legal services in 2012. In this inaugural year of the North Star Lawyer Program, the MSBA celebrates these attorneys who donated their time to providing legal services to low-income people at no fee. “Serving the community where we live and work is an integral part of our firm’s culture,” said Scott Dongoske, firm president. “We are proud of those lawyers who devote their time and energy to give back to their community. They set a great example for all of us.” Brett A. Klein, a graduate of Iowa State University, was recognized. He is a patent prosecutor who works to secure patent protection for inventions. Brett’s practice involves preparing and prosecuting patent applications before the United States Patent and Trademark Office and offering strategic advice to clients regarding growth and management of their patent portfolios. In addition, Brett has experience in contractual negotiations of intellectual property rights for joint ventures and patent due diligence investigations for corporate transactions.