Alexander Pechette, ’17, Elevated to Principal at Fish & Richardson
Celebrating Excellence: Fish & Richardson Elevates 18 New Principals
Fish & Richardson has elevated 18 new principals, effective January 1, 2025. This remarkable group reflects the breadth of talent, dedication, and experience that define the firm.
The 2025 class is a diverse group, ranging from those who started at Fish as technology specialists or summer associates and developed their careers at the firm to attorneys who followed other paths, and includes five who hold Ph.D.s, six with advanced degrees in STEM-related fields, and four who gained first-hand experience through judicial clerkships and internships. Together, they represent a dynamic blend of technical insight, innovative drive, and commitment to client success, positioning Fish for continued leadership in intellectual property law.
“It’s a privilege to celebrate this exceptional group of new principals who demonstrate remarkable skill and excellence in their practices,” said John Adkisson, president and chief executive officer of Fish. “They embody Fish’s collegial culture and reflect the firm’s strong trajectory.”
“We are incredibly proud of this new class of principals, whose diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and talents enrich our firm and strengthen our culture,” said Kristine McKinney, chief operating officer of Fish. “This milestone is a testament to their commitment to excellence, and we congratulate them on this significant achievement in their careers.”
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Alexander Pechette focuses his practice on patent trials and appeals. He has experience in an array of technologies, including surgical robotics, nuclear medicine, seismometry, and immersion lithography, among others. Pechette served as a judicial law clerk to Chief Judge Kimberly A. Moore of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. Before his legal career, he worked as an engineering consultant in the nuclear power industry. Pechette earned his J.D. from the University of Chicago Law School. He holds both a master’s and bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Michigan.
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