About the Center
Consistently rated A+ for Intellectual Property (IP) Law and Technology Law by preLaw Magazine and ranked among the top 20% of IP programs nationwide by U.S. News & World Report, DePaul’s Center for Intellectual Property Law & Information Technology (CIPLIT®) supports one of the country’s most innovative academic programs in IP and Information Technology (IT).
Since 1997, CIPLIT has helped future lawyers specialize and thrive in the dynamic world of IP/IT. Whether you're interested in copyright, patent, trademark, privacy or emerging technologies, you’ll benefit from a curriculum that blends rigorous classroom learning with hands-on skill-building, faculty mentorship and individualized career support.
DePaul Law's location in downtown Chicago provides unmatched access to leading law firms, tech hubs, courts and cultural institutions. Our IP/IT program includes two JD certificate options, a joint degree with DePaul's Jarvis College of Computing and Digital Media, and a JD/LLM pathway. We also offer a standalone LLM in IP/IT and an online Master of Legal Studies (MLS) in Data Privacy & Cybersecurity for those looking to deepen or shift careers.
At CIPLIT, you’ll find a welcoming community where faculty and staff are deeply invested in your goals. CIPLIT alumni work in IP/IT roles nationwide and globally, creating a strong professional network for mentorship and employment opportunities.
If you’re ready to launch your IP/IT law journey, CIPLIT offers the foundation and connections to help you make an impact.
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