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Report of the Economic Survey

A definitive exploration of the professional characteristics of intellectual property attorneys and patent agents. Conducted every other year, the survey examines the economic aspects of intellectual property law practice, including individual billing rates and typical charges for representative IP law services.

The Economic Survey is one of the premier and most sought-after publications of the Association. The Economic Survey’s results are often cited in judicial opinions, analyzed by research firms, and used by law firms alike.

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Access a FREE excerpt from the 2023 Report's Executive Summary on income, billing rates, and billable hours.

 

 

Upcoming Events

Location

Westin Washington, DC, Downtown
999 9th Street, NW

Washington, DC, USA

 

📍 Westin Washington, DC Downtown
📅 October 29–31, 2026

Join AIPLA in Washington, DC for the 2026 Annual Meeting as IP professionals from across the globe come together to learn, connect, and engage on the latest developments shaping intellectual property law and policy.

 

Leadership Meetings & Events

Executive Committee Meeting
Tuesday, October 27 | 2:00 – 5:00 pm

Board of Directors Meeting
Wednesday, October 28 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Saturday, October 31 | 12:30 – 4:00 pm

Board & Committee Leadership Meeting
Wednesday, October 28 | 1:00 – 5:00 pm

Board & Committee Leadership Networking Event
Wednesday, October 28 | 6:00 – 7:30 pm

General Programming & Social Events

Thursday, October 29 – Saturday, October 31

Additional meeting details, programming information, and registration will be available soon.


Hotel Information

Group Room Rate: $332/night plus applicable taxes (currently 15.95%)

Check-In: 4:00 pm
Check-Out: 11:00 am

Cancellation Policy: Reservations may be canceled up to 72 hours prior to arrival.

Room Reservation Deadline: Monday, October 5, 2026

Reservation Link: Coming soon

Please note: AIPLA does not utilize third-party vendors for hotel reservations. Reservations should only be made directly through the official reservation link or with the hotel directly.


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