Fish & Richardson P.C. - Boston, MA

Global Leaders in Intellectual Property Law 💡

Since its founding in Boston in 1878, Fish & Richardson P.C. has evolved into a global intellectual property powerhouse, singularly focused on the world's most innovative and complex technologies. With more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists, many of whom hold advanced technical degrees, the firm is a dominant force in IP litigation, prosecution, and counseling. Fish & Richardson exclusively practices intellectual property and related litigation, providing a depth of expertise that is unmatched in the industry. They represent the world's most iconic innovators and market leaders, protecting their most valuable assets and helping them achieve their critical business goals. The firm's legacy is built on a foundation of legal excellence and a profound understanding of science and technology. 🌐

Unrivaled Expertise in IP and Litigation ⚖️

Fish & Richardson is a premier, full-service IP firm, offering strategic counsel and formidable representation across the entire intellectual property lifecycle. Their litigators are trial-tested and have secured more victories in U.S. district courts and at the International Trade Commission (ITC) than any other firm. Their comprehensive services are designed to protect and maximize the value of their clients' innovations.

• Patent, Trademark, and Copyright Lawyers: 🛡️ The firm is a global leader in all aspects of IP law. This includes patent prosecution and counseling to build robust portfolios, strategic trademark and copyright management to protect brands, and fierce litigation to defend those rights in high-stakes disputes.
• Business and Commercial Litigation Lawyers: 📈 While focused on IP, the firm's litigation prowess extends to complex commercial disputes, particularly those involving technology, trade secrets, and competitive issues.
• Post-Grant Proceedings: 🏛️ Fish & Richardson is the most active and successful firm in the country for post-grant proceedings, including Inter Partes Review (IPR), at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB).
• International Trade Commission (ITC) Litigation: ✈️ The firm has an elite ITC practice, representing clients in Section 337 investigations to block the importation of infringing goods.
• Appellate Litigation: 🧑‍⚖️ With an unparalleled record before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, the firm's appellate group is instrumental in shaping patent law.

A Foundation of Technical and Legal Excellence ✨

What truly sets Fish & Richardson apart is its deep bench of legal professionals with formidable technical expertise. The firm is home to over 100 professionals with Ph.D.s in various scientific and engineering fields. This allows their teams to speak the same language as the inventors and innovators they represent, leading to stronger patents and more compelling arguments in court. This unique combination of legal acumen and scientific depth ensures that clients' most complex innovations are understood and protected with unmatched precision. 🤝

Decades of Unmatched Recognition 🏆

For decades, Fish & Richardson has been consistently recognized as the top IP law firm in the world. It is the most-named firm in the U.S. News – Best Law Firms® rankings for IP Litigation and Patent Law. The firm has been named the #1 patent litigation firm in the country by multiple publications, including Managing IP and Patexia. It is also a Vault #1 "Best Law Firm for Intellectual Property" and has been honored as Law360's "IP Group of the Year" numerous times. This consistent stream of top-tier accolades from clients and peers solidifies its status as the global leader in IP law. 🏅