American Intellectual Property Law Association Inc
- Assets
- $3.6m
- Revenue
- $3.5m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 19
- Location
- Arlington, VA
- Founding
- 10/1950
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 53-0026240
Organization Overview
American Intellectual Property Law Association Inc, operating under the name Aipla, is located in Arlington, VA. The organization was established in 1950. According to its NTEE Classification (I03) the organization is classified as: Professional Societies & Associations, under the broad grouping of Crime & Legal-Related and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Aipla employed 19 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Aipla is a 501(c)(6) and as such, is described as a "Business League, Chambers of Commerce, or Real Estate Board" by the IRS.
For the year ending 06/2021, Aipla generated $3.5m in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 6 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (13.1%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $3.0m during the year ending 06/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (15.8%) per year over the past 6 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE ASSOCIATION WAS FORMED TO MAINTAIN A HIGH STANDARD OF PROFESSIONAL ETHICS AMONG ITS MEMBERS AND TO AID IN THE INSTITUTION OF IMPROVEMENTS IN LEGAL EDUCATION AND TO PROVIDE INFORMATION TO THE PUBLIC IN LAWS RELATING TO PATENTS, TRADEMARKS, COPYRIGHTS, UNFAIR COMPETITION AND OTHER INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
EDUCATIONAL CONFERENCES AND MEETINGS: PRODUCING CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION COURSES FOR IP PROFESSIONALS IN ALL AREAS OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW PRACTICE. CONFERENCES AND MEETINGS ARE CONDUCTED THROUGHOUT THE YEAR (ANNUAL, MID-WINTER AND SPRING) AND RANGE FROM 60-MINUTE WEBINARS TO 2,000 PERSON, 3-4 DAY CONFERENCES. PROGRAMS PERFORMED VIRTUALLY, AND RANGE FROM INTRODUCTORY TO ADVANCED INSTRUCTION. THE ORGANIZATION ALSO HELD ABOUT FIFTEEN SEMINARS DURING THE YEAR (EACH AVERAGING ABOUT 50 PARTICIPANTS), AS WELL AS RAN ONLINE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS (EACH AVERAGING ABOUT 50-200 PARTICIPANTS).
BULLETIN & PUBLICATIONS: PUBLICATIONS COVERING ASSOCIATION NEWS AND INFORMATION ADVERTISEMENT OF POSITIONS AVAILABLE AND SERVICES OFFERED BY INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW ATTORNEYS, AS WELL AS PRODUCT OF MEETINGS AND BOOKS COVERING INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAWS. THE ORGANIZATION PUBLISHED THREE E-BULLETINS DURING THE YEAR.
JOURNAL - FORUM FOR VIEWS AND IDEAS REGARDING INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAWS. THE ORGANIZATION PUBLISHED FOUR QUARTERLY JOURNALS DURING THE YEAR.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Vincent Garlock Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $259,466 |
Meghan Donohoe Chief Operating Officer | Officer | 40 | $210,552 |
Lisa Jorgenson Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $129,646 |
Ann Mueting Second Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Joseph Re President | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Patrick Coyne President-Elect | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Gaylord Hotels 2019 Annual Meeting | 6/29/20 | $629,832 |
Loews Philadelphia 2019 Spring Meeting | 6/29/20 | $296,074 |
Sheraton Grand Mid-winter 2020 Meeting | 6/29/20 | $110,448 |
Gaylord Hotels 2019 Annual Meeting | 6/29/20 | $629,832 |
Loews Philadelphia 2019 Spring Meeting | 6/29/20 | $296,074 |
Sheraton Grand Mid-winter 2020 Meeting | 6/29/20 | $110,448 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $0 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $0 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $3,188,064 |
| Investment income | $617 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $277,209 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $3,488,113 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $27,500 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $692,127 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $389,516 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $30,471 |
| Other employee benefits | $160,953 |
| Payroll taxes | $70,720 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $4,291 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $14,014 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $7,215 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $38,699 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $218,420 |
| Information technology | $106,952 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $683,106 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $316,708 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $125,613 |
| Insurance | $24,705 |
| All other expenses | $5,181 |
| Total functional expenses | $3,003,409 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,247,609 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $424,479 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $269,957 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $139,083 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,107,360 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $436,741 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $3,625,229 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $122,597 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $1,170,605 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $275,083 |
| Other liabilities | $760,212 |
| Total liabilities | $2,328,497 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,251,910 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $44,822 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $3,625,229 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that American Intellectual Property Law Association Inc has recieved totaling $50.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Michelson 20mm Foundation Inc Los Angeles, CA PURPOSE: INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY EDUCATION/SUPPORT | $50 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $444,822 |
| Ending Balance | $444,822 |
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|---|---|---|
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Association Of Corporate Counsel Washington, DC | $9,585,774 | $6,892,301 |
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National Court Reporters Assn Reston, VA | $9,901,369 | $5,357,808 |
Kentucky Bar Association Frankfort, KY | $11,804,122 | $7,180,578 |
National Association Of College And University Attorneys Washington, DC | $12,444,017 | $5,234,478 |
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American Tort Reform Association Washington, DC | $2,998,842 | $4,616,837 |
Maryland State Bar Association Inc Baltimore, MD | $4,957,157 | $4,827,194 |