Rising 3L, Rudel Hodge, is now a recognized Intellectual Property Law Institute Scholar (IPLI) by the HNBA/VIA Intellectual Property Law Institute. The institute estimates that 70% of IPLI scholars are practicing IP or are tech law attorneys.
“I am exceptionally passionate about the intersection of Tech and Intellectual Property,” said Hodge. “The Intellectual Property Law Institute has been one of the most rewarding experiences in law school thus far. The combination of knowledge and a new network of connections will be extremely beneficial to my legal career.”
Mr. Hodge was born and raised in St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Law from Binghamton University. At FIU Law, Mr. Hodge is a member of the national Black Law Students Association (NBLSA) and is the former Treasurer for H.T Smith Black Law Student Association(BLSA).
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