NYIPLA 104th Annual Dinner in Honor of the Federal Judiciary
The New York Intellectual Property Law Association (NYIPLA) is hosting its 104th Annual Dinner in Honor of the Federal Judiciary on March 27, 2026, at the New York Hilton Midtown. This prestigious black-tie event brings together over 1,350 legal professionals, including approximately 130 invited federal judges, leaders from various intellectual property associations, and esteemed law deans and professors.
The evening will feature the presentation of the 24th Annual Outstanding Public Service Award to the Honorable Raymond T. Chen, Circuit Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. Additionally, attendees will enjoy a keynote address by Dave Barry, renowned author, humorist, and Pulitzer Prize winner.
The event offers ample networking opportunities, beginning with a welcome reception from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM, followed by dinner from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Post-dinner, law firms will host hospitality suites, providing further engagement with peers and honored guests.
This gathering is ideal for legal professionals specializing in intellectual property law, offering a unique platform to connect with federal judiciary members and industry leaders, and to stay informed about significant developments in the field.
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Speakers(8)
Abigail Struthers
Partner at Arnold & Porter
Abigail Struthers is a Partner at Arnold & Porter and the President of NYIPLA, delivering opening remarks at the Day of the Dinner CLE Luncheon.
Coke Morgan Stewart
Deputy Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Deputy Director at United States Patent and Trademark Office
Coke Morgan Stewart is the Deputy Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Deputy Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office, delivering remarks at the Day of the Dinner CLE Luncheon.
Dave Barry
Author and Humorist
Dave Barry is a Pulitzer Prize-winning author and humorist, serving as the keynote dinner speaker at the event.
Honorable Gregory B. Williams
District Judge at U.S. District Court, District of Delaware
Honorable Gregory B. Williams serves as a District Judge in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware and is a panelist discussing litigation management in light of USPTO developments.
Honorable Raymond T. Chen
Circuit Judge at U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Honorable Raymond T. Chen serves as a Circuit Judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and is the recipient of the 24th Annual Outstanding Public Service Award.
Honorable Rene9e Marie Bumb
Chief Judge at U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Honorable Ren0e9e Marie Bumb is the Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey, participating as a panelist on litigation management.
Honorable Sharon Prost
Circuit Judge at U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Honorable Sharon Prost serves as a Circuit Judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and is a panelist discussing litigation management in light of USPTO developments.
Patrice Jean
Partner at Hughes, Hubbard & Reed LLP
Patrice Jean is a Partner at Hughes, Hubbard & Reed LLP and the Immediate Past President of NYIPLA, moderating the panel 'Evolving Expectations: Litigation Management in Light of USPTO Developments'.
Event Details
- Date
- March 27, 2026
- Location
- 🇺🇸 New York, United States
- New York Hilton Midtown
- Pricing
- $275 - $10,000
- Audience
- Legal professionals specializing in intellectual property law, including attorneys, judges, law professors, and students.
- CLE Credits
- Day of the Dinner CLE program available; sponsorship includes two registrants for the program.
- Attendees
- Over 1,350 attendees, including approximately 130 invited federal judges.