CIPLIT supports diverse co-curricular opportunities that help you build skills, make connections and explore your interests in IP/IT law.
Intellectual Property Law Society (IPLS)
The student-led IPLS connects you to the IP legal community through mentoring, networking and events with alumni and professionals. The organization works closely with CIPLIT to offer opportunities for professional development and education in the field.
Art & Cultural Heritage Law Society (ACHLS)
ACHLS connects students interested in museum, art market and cultural heritage law with practitioners in the field. Through panels, site visits and community programming, the group provides a deeper understanding of legal issues that impact artists, institutions and cultural property worldwide.
DePaul Journal of Art, Technology & Intellectual Property Law (JATIP)
JATIP is a student-edited national law journal established by DePaul Law in 1991. Published twice a year, it features scholarship exploring cutting-edge issues in intellectual property, art and technology law. As a student, you can apply for a staff writing position through the annual write-on competition or via an open call when available.
Competitions & Awards
CIPLIT offers a variety of competitions and merit-based awards that recognize excellence in subject mastery and practical skills. These honors not only highlight academic achievement but also connect you with experienced professionals in the field and open the door to meaningful career opportunities.
Awarded each year to the student who achieves the highest grade in Patent Law.
These awards recognize future leaders in privacy and data protection.
DePaul law students frequently participate in national and international moot court competitions focused on IP law. Guided by CIPLIT faculty and alumni, teams have earned regional and national honors in events such as INTA’s Saul Lefkowitz Trademark Moot Court Competition and AIPLA’s Giles Sutherland Rich Patent Moot Court Competition.
Presented annually to the student who earns the highest grade in the IP legal writing section. Established in 2002 by the law firm Scandaglia & Ryan, this award reflects the firm’s ongoing support of DePaul law students through both recognition and professional opportunities.