Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox · 1 week ago
IP Law Writing Competition
DC-Baltimore Area
Full-time
Onsite
New GradSterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C. is hosting its annual intellectual property law writing competition, inviting entries from current law students. The competition aims to encourage students to engage with intellectual property law through the submission of original essays.
Law Enforcement
Qualification
Required
Current law students interested in intellectual property law
Enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school in a JD program during the fall 2025 semester
Expecting to graduate in spring 2027, 2028, or 2029
Submission of a resume/CV
Submission of a Fall 2025 semester law school transcript (unofficial copies accepted)
Preparation of an original two-part essay
Essay Part I (less than 300 words): Prepare a short personal statement, including at least one motivating factor for you in choosing to pursue a career in intellectual property law
Essay Part II (400-800 words): Choose a recent decision issued by the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (within the last two years) and discuss its immediate and/or potential impact on intellectual property law
Essays should be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format
Entries must be submitted fully uploaded by 12:00 p.m. EST on February 27, 2026
Law students who submitted an entry in the January 2025 Writing Competition as a 1L are eligible to submit a new entry for the February 2026 Competition if they did not receive a top 3 award
Company
Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox
Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox is a top-ranked intellectual property specialty firm located in Washington, D.C.
Founded in 1978
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Rob Sterne
Founding Director
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