2026 Spring Meeting - San Francisco, CA
May 13 to 15, 2026
Registration
Registration Opens End of January 2026
The 2026 Spring Meeting is a 2.5 day conference focused on trending topics in IP law.
Venue:
Fairmont San Francisco
950 Mason Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
RESERVATION LINK: https://book.passkey.com/go/AIPLA2026SpringConference
To book via phone: 1-800-441-1414
Single/Double Room Rate: $329 plus applicable taxes (currently 16.695%) per night.
Reservation Cut-off - Monday, April 20, 2026.
Cancellation deadline - 72 hours prior to arrival.
NOTE: AIPLA does NOT engage any third party vendors to assist with room reservations. All room reservations should be made directly using the Reservation link above, or by contacting the Fairmont San Francisco directly.
Please also join us for a special 1.5 day pre-meeting event - Advanced Biotech/Chem Practice Summit (May 11-12). Separate registration required.
Leadership event schedule (all times listed are Pacific Time):
May 11 - 2-5 PM - Executive Committee
May 12 - 10 AM - 12 Noon - Board Meeting
May 12 - 1 - 5 PM - Board and Committee Leadership Meeting
May 12 - 6-7:30 PM - Board and Committee Leadership Reception
May 15 - 12:30 - 4:00 PM - Board Meeting
Sponsorship & exhibitor opportunities information coming soon.
News
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AIPLA Comments on the OECD's Working Party on Countering Illicit Trade (WP-CIT) Draft Voluntary Guidelines
August 27, 2025
Arlington, VA. August 25, 2025 – The American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA) submitted comments to the USPTO on the OECD’s Draft Voluntary Guidelines for Countering Illicit Trade in Counterfeit Goods on Online Marketplaces, highlighting best practices for governments, online marketplace operators, and rights holders. -
Letter of Support - S. 2667 / H.R. 4930 - Customs Info Sharing Authority
August 13, 2025
Arlington, VA. August 13, 2025-The American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA) submitted a joint letter with a coalition of organizations representing thousands of American businesses, including many leading global brands, to Senators Grassley, Hassan, and Representatives Moore, and Schneider expressing strong support for S. 2677 / H.R. 4930. The letter highlights the growing threat of counterfeit and pirated goods entering U.S. borders, urges enhanced cooperation between public and private sectors, and commends the legislation for clarifying U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s authority to share information and expand collaboration with key stakeholders to improve intellectual property enforcement. -
AIPLA Comments on the UPC Mediation and Arbitration Centre’s Draft Mediation Rules
July 22, 2025
Arlington, VA. July 21, 2025 – The American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA) submitted comments to the UPC Mediation and Arbitration Centre (PMAC) regarding its proposed Mediation Rules. -
AIPLA Submits Letter to US Senate Judiciary Committee on Squires Nomination to the USPTO
June 16, 2025
Arlington, VA. June 11, 2025 –The American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA) submitted a letter in response to the nomination of John A. Squires as Director of the United States Patent & Trademark Office (“USPTO”). In view of his impressive background, AIPLA believes Mr. Squires is fully capable of undertaking this important role and appreciates the Senate Judiciary Committee giving this nominee prompt consideration. -
AIPLA Comments on Draft NMPA Measures
June 9, 2025
Arlington, VA. May 17, 2025 –The American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA) submitted comments in response to the National Medical Products Administration’s (NMPA) draft measures on the protection of drug trial data in China.