Franklin Pierce

ABPI and Franklin Pierce School of Law Partnership

ABPI and the Franklin Pierce School of Law, a globally renowned American institution recognized for its tradition and excellence in Intellectual Property education, have established a partnership. This collaboration aims to enhance the professional development of IP practitioners, providing ABPI members with greater opportunities to meet the challenges of the global market.

This agreement is part of ABPI’s ongoing commitment to promoting excellence in Intellectual Property. By offering access to exceptional training programs and innovative practices, we empower our members to advance their professional development and excel in the dynamic field of IP.

Why Study at Franklin Pierce School of Law

Access one of the world’s top training programs in Intellectual Property.

Expand your international IP experience, gaining insights into essential practices, trends, and skills for the global market.

Network with industry professionals, broadening your connections and insights.

Advance your IP career with the tools and qualifications needed to stand out in a diverse professional landscape.

Partnership Benefits

50% discount* for Gold and Platinum institutional members of ABPI.
*Excludes the Hybrid Juris Doctor (JD) in Intellectual Property, Technology, and Information Law program.

25% discount for regular ABPI members.

An additional 10% discount for ABPI members who have overcome challenges and made significant contributions to the community.*
*Determined by FP’s admission process.

Explore Programs Offered by Franklin Pierce School of Law

Master of Laws in Intellectual Property (LL.M.)

Attorneys with a first professional degree in law immerse themselves in a range of cutting-edge IP issues and access one of the most comprehensive IP curricula in the USA. Available in both on-campus and online formats. The on-campus program is completed fulltime between August to May. The online program has start dates in August and January and can be completed fulltime in one calendar year, or part-time in up to three years.

Master’s in Intellectual Property
Designed specifically for non-law professionals, the MIP degree provides a deep and practical understanding of IP issues crucial in today’s competitive global landscape. A bachelor’s degree is required. Available in both on-campus and online formats. The on-campus program is completed fulltime between August to May. The online program has start dates in August and January and can be completed fulltime in one calendar year, or part-time in up to five years.

Graduate Certificate in Intellectual Property
Specialized curriculum that equips lawyers and other professionals from various sectors with essential knowledge and skills to work with IP in their respective fields. Available in both on-campus and online formats. The on-campus program begins in August and ends in December. The online program has start dates in January and August and can be completed on a part-time schedule in up to 5 semesters.

Intellectual Property Summer Institute
Learn about trending and emerging topics in IP and access world-class faculty, researchers and industry professionals from Fortune 500 companies and Am Law 100 firms. The short-term program (up to two weeks) typically takes place in June or July.

Hybrid Juris Doctor (JD) in Intellectual Property, Technology, and Information Law
Prepares students to navigate the complexities of technology and information law. The Hybrid JD program in IP, Technology, and Information Law combines online learning with four in-person immersions per year (August, October, March, and June), ensuring that students receive a comprehensive education tailored to the growing demands of the legal field. The mostly online Hybrid JD starts in August and takes three to three and a half years to complete.

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About Franklin Pierce

With over 50 years of history, Franklin Pierce offers specialized programs in Intellectual Property and boasts a highly specialized faculty known for producing outstanding professionals.

The Franklin Pierce School of Law at the University of New Hampshire (UNH Franklin Pierce) was founded by inventors and entrepreneurs to train the next generation of lawyers through practice-based learning.

The institution is at the forefront of thought on emerging IP issues, bringing together leading scholars and professionals in key IP fields such as patents, copyrights, trademarks, privacy, technology, and digital law.

UNH Franklin Pierce prepares professionals for the future. Upon graduation, students join over 6,000 alumni from more than 80 countries, who are global leaders in intellectual property, general practice, public interest, social justice, and commerce and technology.

Testimonials from ABPI Alumni

“The knowledge, skills, and networking opportunities provided by Franklin Pierce have been a cornerstone of my career.”

Fernanda Magalhães (LLM ‘03)
Board Member of ABPI, Coordinator of ABPI’s Advertising Law Study Commission, and Partner at Kasznar Leonardos.

“I had the opportunity to attend the Franklin Pierce Intellectual Property Summer Institute in 2001. The institution offers a broad range of highly specialized courses in intellectual property, with classes that mix students from different countries. It’s a very enriching experience for those who wish to pursue this branch of law, which is particularly international.”

Filipe Fonteles Cabral (IPSI ‘01)
Board Member of ABPI, Member of the Dispute Resolution, Mediation, and Arbitration Center in Intellectual Property (CSD-ABPI), and Partner at Dannemann Siemsen.

“I can sincerely say that the experience I gained at FPLC, along with the great friends I made from various countries around the world, had a direct impact on my career and professional recognition. The specialized courses I took were unmatched compared to any competing institution of FPLC. That’s why I have always recommended FPLC to my colleagues and students.”

Wilson Jabur (IPSI ’99 and ‘22)
Director of the Chamber for Resolution of Disputes Relating to Domain Names (CASD-ND)  of the Dispute Resolution, Mediation, and Arbitration Center in Intellectual Property (CSD-ABPI), and Partner at Salusse, Marangoni, Parente e Jabur Lawyers.