Fish & Richardson P.C.

Fish & Richardson is an intellectual property firm founded in 1878, with a practice spanning litigation, patent prosecution, and the management of intellectual property portfolios. Its work combines legal analysis with technical subject matter, supported by lawyers and technology specialists. The firm maintains a presence in the United States, Germany, and China.

Its disputes practice includes patent litigation, copyright and trade secret matters, appellate work, and proceedings before the International Trade Commission. It also handles Patent Trial and Appeal Board proceedings, including inter partes and post-grant review, as well as reexamination. Outside disputes, the firm advises on patent portfolios, licensing, and the protection of inventions.

Fish's industry coverage includes computing, semiconductors, artificial intelligence, digital health, life sciences, and aerospace. For students with scientific or engineering interests, these areas provide a concrete connection between technical training and legal practice. The distinction between securing intellectual property rights and litigating those rights is an important part of understanding the firm's opportunities.