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Intellectual Property Lawyers

Outlook

The U.S. Department of Labor predicts average employment growth for lawyers through 2033, but the outlook for intellectual property law is more promising. This field is relatively new and the demand for IP professionals doesn't show signs of slowing. The growth of the computer industry and the Internet have provided a great amount of work for IP lawyers. As new computer software and online media enters the market, IP lawyers will be needed to protect it. Emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain technology, alternative reality, and advanced manufacturing are creating demand for lawyers with specialized knowledge in these areas. According to the American Bar Association, even if other markets that use the services of lawyers are softened by recession, the demand for IP lawyers will remain high. Because there will always be a need to protect the creative resources of the people, there will also be a need for IP lawyers.