Patrick Dorsey
About Patrick Dorsey
Patrick Dorsey is a Senior Associate at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP, specializing in complex business litigation and investigations. He has extensive experience in national security matters and has held various roles in government and private sector legal positions.
Current Role at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP
Patrick Dorsey serves as a Senior Associate at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP, a position he has held since 2022. His practice focuses on complex business litigation and investigations, particularly for clients in regulated industries such as financial services, pharmaceuticals, and defense contracting. Dorsey represents clients before various state and federal courts and government agencies, leveraging his extensive legal expertise to navigate intricate legal challenges.
Previous Experience at United States Courts
Prior to his current role, Dorsey worked as a Judicial Clerk at the United States Courts for the District of Columbia from 2019 to 2020. This position provided him with valuable insights into the judicial process and honed his legal research and writing skills, which are essential for his subsequent roles in private practice and government.
Education and Expertise
Dorsey earned his Bachelor of Arts in Government and History with High Distinction from the University of Virginia. He furthered his education at the University of Virginia School of Law, where he obtained his Juris Doctor. His academic background supports his expertise in areas such as national security, multi-jurisdiction matters, and various legal statutes, including the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act.
Experience in Government and Defense
Dorsey has a diverse background in government and defense roles. He served as an Advisor to the Department of Defense at Lockheed Martin from 2010 to 2013. Additionally, he has been involved with the U.S. Department of Justice as an intern in the National Security Division: Office of Law & Policy since 2014 and has worked with the U.S. Department of State as Lead for the Diplomacy Lab at Virginia Law since the same year.
Role in Political Communications
Since 2010, Dorsey has also been serving as the Communications Director for Jeff Barnett for Congress. This role involves managing communications strategies and public relations efforts, showcasing his ability to navigate the intersection of law, politics, and public discourse.