Tara Dressler
About Tara Dressler
Tara Dressler is an Associate Director for Trademarks and Patent Administration at the University of Colorado, a position she has held since 2015. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Speech Communication and Rhetoric from Penn State University and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Paralegal Studies from the University of Maryland.
Work at University of Colorado
Tara Dressler has been employed at the University of Colorado since 2007. She currently holds the position of Associate Director for Trademarks and Patent Administration, a role she transitioned into in 2015. In this capacity, she oversees the management of trademarks and patents, ensuring compliance and protection of the university's intellectual property. Dressler operates from the System Administration Office under University Counsel, contributing to the university's legal and administrative functions.
Education and Expertise
Tara Dressler earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Paralegal Studies from the University of Maryland. She also studied Speech Communication and Rhetoric at Penn State University, where she completed her Bachelor's degree from 1991 to 1995. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in legal processes and communication, which supports her work in trademark and patent administration.
Background
Before joining the University of Colorado, Tara Dressler worked as a senior trademark paralegal in Washington, D.C. This experience equipped her with practical knowledge in trademark law and administration, which she applies in her current role. Her transition from a paralegal position to an associate director role reflects her professional growth and expertise in the field.
Professional Experience
Tara Dressler has accumulated significant experience in trademark and patent administration over her career. Since her start at the University of Colorado in 2007, she has developed a comprehensive understanding of intellectual property management. Her previous role as a senior trademark paralegal has further enhanced her skills in legal documentation and trademark protection.