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On behalf of AIPLA, I am pleased to invite you to join us this October in Washington, DC, for the 2026 AIPLA Annual Meeting.

This year's theme, IP Horizons: Navigating Innovation, AI, and Global Change, reflects a pivotal moment for the intellectual property profession. Rapid advances in artificial intelligence, accelerating technological innovation, and evolving global legal and business developments are reshaping the way we practice and counsel our clients. The Annual Meeting will provide an opportunity to explore these developments, exchange perspectives with colleagues at every stage of their careers, and consider what lies ahead for our profession. In a time of rapid change, both fresh viewpoints and seasoned experience are essential to understanding where IP is headed and how we can help shape its future.

We are assembling a program designed to be both thought-provoking and practical, featuring timely CLE sessions, interactive Skills Workshops, and opportunities to engage with colleagues from across the intellectual property community. Whether your focus is patents, trademarks, copyrights, litigation, licensing, or emerging technologies, you will find valuable insights and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.

Just as importantly, the Annual Meeting offers a chance to reconnect with friends and colleagues, build new relationships, and strengthen the professional community that makes AIPLA unique.

I hope you will join us in Washington this October for what promises to be an engaging and rewarding program. I look forward to welcoming you personally and sharing an exceptional Annual Meeting experience with you.

W. Todd Baker

Officer in Charge

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Program as of 10.16.26. Subject to change.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The discounted HOTEL ROOM RATE has expired. Rooms are still available (nearly sold out) at prevailing rates. https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/waswc-the-westin-dc-downtown/overview/

Because the hotel is nearly sold out, if you need to cancel your room, please contact us us at aipla@aipla.org for assistance. This will allow us to assist individuals still seeking rooms.

We do not use third party companies to book rooms. Please use the link and/or the direct hotel phone number listed on the Venue page. If you have difficulty booking your reservation, please contact us at aipla@aipla.org and we will do our best to assist.