Principal Deanna Reichel Reflects on Judge Raymond Clevenger’s Lasting Impact on the Federal Circuit

In a Law360 profile on the career and legacy of retired Federal Circuit Judge Raymond Clevenger, Principal Deanna Reichel, former law clerk to Judge Clevenger, reflected on his intellect, generosity, and enduring influence on the legal profession. The article highlights Judge Clevenger's 36-year tenure on the Federal Circuit, with Reichel sharing firsthand insight into his rigorous preparation, thoughtful questioning during oral arguments, and his unique combination of high expectations, kindness, and generosity that made him a respected jurist and mentor.

Excerpt: "I always tell people, 'You [have] to make sure you're really prepared because he certainly will be.' He asked hard questions because he wants to make sure that the lawyers really know their case, and sometimes those questions are a curveball to really make sure people understand what they're arguing."

Read the full article: Judge Clevenger's Intellect Defined His Time On Fed. Circ.