The Storied History of IP Education Drew Jiuliang Liu to UNH Franklin Pierce ½ðÁ«Ö±²¥
Q: What is your name, year, and degree program?
A: My name is Jiuliang LIU and I received a Masters in Intellectual Property Law in 2026.
Q: Where are you from?
A: I am from Beijing, China.
Q: What was your academic/work/personal background before law school?
A: Before law school, I have been working as a patent attorney and senior partner in a China top 10 IP firm (agency) for 16 years.
Q: Why UNH?
A: The UNH Franklin Pierce ½ðÁ«Ö±²¥ has a long and distinguished history in IP education and is widely recognized as a global leader in the field. Many of my clients and industry mentors, including my current supervisor, are proud alumni of this institution. Over the years, I have been consistently impressed by their professionalism, dedication, and deep insight. I believe that much of their expertise stems from the rigorous and practice-oriented education they received at the UNH Franklin Pierce ½ðÁ«Ö±²¥. Inspired by their achievements, I have come to view this institution as my top choice for continued legal education.
Q: What do you most enjoy about the UNH Law experience?
A: First is the school’s mature and meticulous humanistic care for students. It manifests in small yet thoughtful details—whether it’s the academic advisors offering tailored guidance for my IP-focused study plan, or the support staff promptly addressing daily needs. This care creates a warm, stress-free environment that lets me fully focus on learning without unnecessary worries.
Second, the professors’ performance in class leaves a deep impression. Their expertise in IP law is evident, as they explain complex legal concepts with clarity and real-world examples. What’s more, they are incredibly approachable—always willing to answer questions after class or during office hours. Most importantly, they actively encourage student participation, designing discussions and case analyses that make every class engaging and ensures we don’t just listen, but truly think and contribute.
Q: What's been the biggest impact from your law school journey/What will be your biggest takeaway from the school?
A: The biggest impact from my law school journey stems from two core strengths of this experience: its rigorous academic atmosphere and meticulous, professional humanistic care.
As I have continued to work with these globally oriented clients, I have become acutely aware of the limitations in my current knowledge when it comes to the international dimensions of IP law. These clients are not only concerned with securing IP rights in China but are also actively engaged in strategic global IP deployment, with the United States serving as a critical jurisdiction in nearly every global IP strategy. To provide truly effective support to those clients, I recognize the need to deepen my understanding of U.S. legal frameworks, protection rules, and practical experience. That knowledge I get in UNH will become precious wealth for me to provide better service for my clients.
Q: What is your involvement on/off campus (student orgs, work study, residency, etc.)?
A:I joined the IP Club because it serves as a valuable bridge between classroom learning and real-world IP practice. It's a way to gain more IP-related knowledge and stay updated on industry trends.
Q: What area of law are you interested in practicing, and has this changed since coming to law school?
A: I’m most interested in Intellectual Property (IP)—especially trademarks and patents. Since starting law school, that focus hasn’t changed so much as deepened.
In addition, American Legal Process & Analysis has been pivotal for me. I’ve discovered how different the U.S. judicial system is from China's system. Gaining a full picture of the U.S. system—its procedural framework, pleading standards, motion practice, and remedies—has helped me interpret and solve the IP issues I work on in China with far more precision.
Q: What's your favorite spot around Concord?
A: My favorite spot around Concord is the third floor of the library, by the floor-to-ceiling windows facing White Park. Between study sessions, I can watch the seasons change—Concord unfolding like a living landscape painting.
