On April 6, IP Partner and Co-Chair of Pryor Cashman's Trademark Group Dyan Finguerra-DuCharme was honored as the IPLA Alumni of the Year during the Brooklyn Law School Alumni Dinner. The award recognizes Brooklyn Law School alumni working in IP who have paved the way for BLS students through their contributions to the IP/entertainment field, and continue to inspire current students through their achievements.

Dyan gave brief remarks about her time at BLS, her career path, her current practice, and provided words of wisdom for current students.

According to the co-Presidents of the organization, Dyan was selected for this award "not only for her outstanding career, but also for her collegial attitude and her special willingness to uplift young lawyers. These attributes shone in her acceptance speech, where she spoke freely about her unique career with her usual verve, humor, and frankness. Students were inspired by her down-to-earth approach and were left assured that although their professional path may not always be linear, through hard work and determination, they can all succeed in the field of intellectual property.”