Programs

Sidney B. Williams, Jr Scholar Program

For nearly two decades, the Sidney B. Williams, Jr. Scholar Program has provided financial support for  students  who are exploring a career in IP law.  Today, this program offers expanded support students in efforts to secure a legal education and prepare for a career in patent law.  It now offers counseling support, internship and clerkship assistance, and assistance securing membership in the patent bar.  Scholars engage with experts and leaders in the patent law field during the law school admissions process and throughout their law school experience.

You can learn more about the Sidney B. Williams, Jr. Scholar Program, including how you can become a part of this program by becoming a Scholar through the following link:

Jan Jancin and AIPLA Past Presidents Awards

The Jan Jancin Award, and its companion American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA) Past Presidents Award, recognize second and third-year law students who have made an outstanding contribution to an area of IP law or practice during their legal education.

You can learn more about the Jan Jancin and AIPLA Past Presidents award, including how you can apply for the award at the following link:

Society of Sidney B. Williams, Jr. Scholars

Since its inception, the Foundation has recognized and supported more than 190 Sidney B. Williams, Jr. Scholars.  Our Society of Sidney B. Williams, Jr. Scholars includes some of the most distinguished members of the IP law profession, including Scholars who have continued to actively support the work of the Foundation.  We welcome you to meet our Scholars, past, and present, through the following link:

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a. FADIPL admits program or award participants, without regard to religion, sex or sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, veteran status, or disability. FADIPL does not discriminate against any
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