When we talk about the future of intellectual property, we often imagine seasoned attorneys guiding the next generation. But Marguerite Smith is redefining what it means to enter the profession—bringing her engineering background, community leadership, and a passion for mentorship to the world of patents, all without a law degree. Marguerite’s journey began with the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) , where she spent years of college deeply involved, serving as president and treasurer of her...

ADAPT.legal was proud to collaborate on the recent "Brand Leadership: Trust in Action" event, a powerful evening that brought together thought leaders to explore how trust, mentorship, and authentic leadership shape our professional identities and careers. Organized by Ashley Cheung , Principal & Founder of Virtual Patent Gateway (VPG)  and member of ADAPT.legal 's Communications Committee, this event demonstrated the transformative power of collaboration. Partnering with ChIPs  DC Chapter,...