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Tina Dorr

Tina M. Dorr, PhD, JD

Life Science Partner & IP Attorney

Barnes & Thornburg LLP

Tina M. Dorr, PhD, JD

Tina Dorr

Life Science Partner & IP Attorney

Barnes & Thornburg LLP

Tina M. Dorr, PhD, JD is a partner with Barnes & Thornburg LLP where she specializes in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Life Sciences among other practice areas. Dr. Dorr brings a unique blend of expertise in legal life science strategy, technological innovation, and community leadership to advance Georgia CORE's mission. As a life-long Georgian, biochemist, and experienced intellectual property attorney representing pharmaceutical companies (generic and brand), local biotechnology start-ups, and compounding pharmacies, she offers strategic insight to expanding clinical trial and drug access and fostering innovative cancer research collaborations.

Dr. Dorr holds a passionate commitment to improving cancer outcomes and positioning Georgia as a national leader in oncology care and research. Her professional and community involvement is displayed in several positions held with associations, such as Vice President of Professional Development & Board Member, Atlanta Intown Georgia Tech Alumni Association; Board Member, Georgia Asian Pacific American Bar Association; Co-Vice Chair and member of the LeadershIP Development and Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Committees, Intellectual Property Owners Association; and a member of the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association.

Dr. Dorr holds a number of honors, including Georgia Asian Times 25 Most Influential Asian American Pacific Islanders in Georgia (2025)Best Lawyers in America (2025); Ones to Watch (2021-2022); Georgia Super Lawyers: Ones to Watch, Intellectual Property (2024); Lawyers of Color Wonderful Women List (2023); and World IP Review, Elite Leader (2022).

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Georgia CORE releases FY24 Impact Report

Get the latest from the center of Georgia's cancer fight from our FY24 Impact Report and also a message from the President.

12/18/2024

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PCOM S. Georgia student receives third cancer research award

Med student from south Georgia wins awards to advance cancer research.

5/08/2025

GCRCCP honored by ACS National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable

The Georgia Colorectal Cancer Control Program won the 2025 American Cancer Society's NCCRT National Achievement Award.

3/04/2025

Georgia CORE introduces a resource guide for barriers to cancer clinical trials

We invite you to download and share it, and let us know if there is anything we should add to it.

1/14/2025