The New Jersey Intellectual Property Law Association is a community dedicated to advancing intellectual property law, educating its members and the public, and connecting professionals across the IP community.
The protection of intellectual property including patents, trade secrets, trademarks, and copyrights is essential to the progress and promotion of the useful arts.
The New Jersey Intellectual Property Law Association (NJIPLA) is devoted to educating its members and the public about intellectual property and its protection under the law.
NJIPLA includes hundreds of practicing intellectual property attorneys, patent agents, law students, and interested individuals primarily from New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Connecticut.
NJIPLA presents and co-sponsors educational programs featuring nationally recognized speakers and timely developments in intellectual property law.
Our programs provide opportunities to connect with attorneys, patent agents, academics, students, judges, and other professionals throughout the IP community.
NJIPLA provides opportunities for members to participate in committees, programs, leadership, and activities that contribute to the intellectual property profession.
NJIPLA welcomes law students and attorneys at different stages of their careers and provides opportunities to build relationships within the IP community.
As an accredited CLE provider, NJIPLA presents and co-sponsors several events each year, including breakfast and dinner meetings, half-day seminars, and joint programs with other intellectual property organizations.
NJIPLA's events are valuable not only for their educational opportunities, but also for fostering a sense of community among our membership. Many CLE programs incorporate lunch, dinner, and networking opportunities that allow members to connect and exchange ideas with colleagues.
From educational programs and professional networking to committees and special events, NJIPLA offers members numerous ways to participate in the intellectual property community.
Each year NJIPLA honors an individual who has made exceptional contributions to the field of intellectual property law at the Jefferson Medal Dinner. The medal is named after Thomas Jefferson, an original member of the United States Patent Board, founded in 1790 as the predecessor to today's United States Patent and Trademark Office.
LEARN ABOUT THE JEFFERSON MEDALWhether you are an experienced IP practitioner, a law student, or simply interested in intellectual property law, NJIPLA offers opportunities to learn, connect, and participate.