Shutts & Bowen LLP Tampa Intellectual Property attorney Brian Paul was recently interviewed for an episode of the First-Gen Law Podcast on January 14, 2026.

During the episode, Brian spoke about his background in STEM and how he is leveraging his knowledge for success in intellectual property law. When talking about his experience at Stetson Law, Brian discussed how his undergraduate studies in biomedical sciences led him to focus on intellectual property law, due to the knowledge overlap. He also shared what it was like sitting for two bar exams, the Florida Bar exam and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Bar exam.

At the end of the episode, Brian discussed the importance of building a legal career as a first-generation attorney that is sustainable and allows you to be in a position to grow with experience.

To listen to the podcast, please click here.

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About Brian J. Paul

Brian J. Paul is a Senior Associate in the Tampa office of Shutts & Bowen LLP, where he is a member of the Intellectual Property practice group. A registered patent attorney, Brian is admitted to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and has earned recognition in Best Lawyers in America®: Ones to Watch and Florida Super Lawyers: Rising Star. He also serves on the Executive Council of the Florida Bar Business Law Section, where he holds the position of Chair of the Computer Law and Technology Committee. Brian’s practice focuses on technology-related intellectual property matters, including patent and trademark prosecution, as well as intellectual property transactions and litigation. He provides counsel on due diligence, investigations, licensing, and issues related to unfair competition.