Overview

Alex Pechette fights for his clients in high-stakes patent and trade-secret litigation. A former Federal Circuit clerk and engineer in the nuclear energy industry, Alex leverages his deep technical knowledge and insider understanding of the workings of patent appeals to position his matters for success at every level. 

He has experience in all phases of litigation, from pre-suit diligence to appeal. His cases have spanned a wide array of technologies, including: 

  • Surgical implants and nuclear medicine imaging devices 
  • Seismometry equipment 
  • Immersion lithography scanners 
  • Memory devices 
  • Agricultural and oilfield equipment 
  • Archery bows 
  • Aerogels 
  • Computer software.   

From 2021 to 2022, Alex served as a law clerk to Chief Judge Kimberly A. Moore of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, an experience that sharpened his briefing skills and deepened his understanding of effective advocacy.  

During law school, Alex worked at a leading litigation finance firm, where he performed due diligence on patent litigation funding opportunities. He also supplemented his legal curriculum with MBA-level coursework, earning a certificate from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.  

Before launching his legal career, Alex was an engineering consultant in the nuclear energy industry. In his free time, Alex enjoys playing hockey, skiing, hiking, and doing science experiments with his two kids. 

Pro bono activities

In addition to his patent litigation practice, Alex is also committed to providing pro bono services to those in need. Working with the ACLU, Alex drafted an amicus brief for the U.S. Supreme Court in a high-profile gerrymandering matter. Through the Political Asylum/Immigration Representation (PAIR) Program, he has helped several refugees seek asylum in the United States. Through Northeast Legal Aid, he has defended countless tenants in eviction proceedings, including at trial. 

Alex was named to the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court's Pro Bono Honor Roll for providing 50 or more pro bono hours in a single year (2019, 2023). 

Professional Associations

  • The Alan D. Lourie Boston Intellectual Property American Inn of Court, Board Member (2024-present) 

  • National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA), Member, Selected for participation in the 2024 Prospective Partners Program