The Intellectual Property Law Society (IPLS) is a student organization geared towards the practice of intellectual property law. Like tangible property, "ideas" have economic value, and intellectual property law is the vehicle through which corporations and individuals seek to protect their intellectual assets. Intellectual property (IP) law encompasses matters relating to patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade names, the drafting of licensing contracts, infringement litigation, internet law, and computer law. No particular educational background is required to practice IP law; however, a technical background is desirable for those who would like to practice patent law.

Our primary purpose is to provide a forum for our members to learn about and explore opportunities in the practice of intellectual property law at Capital University Law School and in Central Ohio. To accomplish this objective, we provide our members with a forum to learn about both the practice of and career opportunities in IP law through luncheons featuring guest speakers consisting of attorneys and other prominent professionals in the IP field. We also provide our members with the opportunity to network with IP professionals in a more social setting at Columbus Intellectual Property Law Association (CIPLA) events. The IPLS provides a complimentary CIPLA membership to all IPLS members.