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For emerging practitioners, venturing into fashion law is not just a career choice but also a compelling opportunity to blend creativity with legal acumen, writes Mariah Saad.
As a trademark and intellectual property lawyer, with a passion for fashion, my recent experience at a fashion law bootcamp in New York was nothing short of transformative.
The bootcamp offered invaluable opportunities to engage with legal counsel from iconic fashion houses such as Louis Vuitton and Chanel. These interactions provided firsthand perspectives on the strategic legal challenges faced by global fashion brands, from navigating international trademark disputes to protecting designs in the digital age. We also had the opportunity to visit The Metropolitan Museum of Art to view the Sleeping Beauties exhibition and meet the legal counsel behind the Met Gala. These discussions underscored the critical role that intellectual property law plays in safeguarding the creativity and innovation that define the fashion industry.
One of the standout activities during the bootcamp was attending Suffs on Broadway, a musical that celebrates the suffragettes and their fashion. This theatrical experience not only highlighted the profound cultural influence of fashion but also underscored the historical and legal narratives intertwined within it. From the elaborate costumes to the portrayal of societal norms through fashion, Suffs exemplified how law and fashion converge in both narrative and practice.
For emerging practitioners, venturing into fashion law is not just a career choice but also a compelling opportunity to blend creativity with legal acumen. Here’s why:
Why fashion law is a worthwhile venture for emerging practitioners
For aspiring lawyers eager to combine their passion for fashion with a rewarding legal career, venturing into fashion law promises a journey filled with intellectual challenges, creative opportunities, and impactful contributions to one of the world’s most dynamic industries.
Mariah Saad is a lawyer at LegalVision and founder of loungewear fashion brand, LONELY IS MY HAPPY.