STEM Focus: Life as an intellectual property lawyer — with Bristows

Tuesday 14 October, 4pm to 6pm, taking place virtually


THIS EVENT IS FULLY BOOKED

Join us on the afternoon of Tuesday 14 October for a virtual student event with Bristows.

Bristows is a firm renowned for its expertise in the life sciences and technology sector. This exciting event gives students the unique opportunity to explore life as an intellectual property (IP) lawyer, as well as what it is like to work at an innovative law firm like Bristows.

Date: Tuesday 14 October 2025
Time: 4pm to 6pm
Location: Virtual event
Level: STEM Students, Graduates

Lawyers from across the firm’s practice areas will be reflecting on their career journeys and offering tips and advice for STEM students and graduates hoping to follow this pathway. Expect insights into how technical backgrounds can translate into exceptional legal expertise, including how IP law blends scientific knowledge with commercial strategy.

The speakers

Greg Bacon, partner in the patent litigation team
James Johnston, associate in the commercial and IP transactions team
Luca Cericola, associate in the commercial and IP transactions team
Maria Ryan, associate in the patent litigation team

There will then be virtual networking with the speakers, members of the firm’s graduate recruitment team and Bristows trainees. The virtual event runs from 4-6pm.

This event is exclusively for science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) students and graduates. For law and humanities students, make sure to check out our other upcoming events and fairs.

This event is fully booked.