Kristine McKinney provides strategic leadership for the Fish & Richardson’s operations across 14 offices in the U.S., Europe, and China. A 20-year veteran of the legal industry, Kristine is known for driving organizational transformation while building a culture that inspires people at all levels of the firm, providing world-class client service and enhancing efficiency and innovation.
Prior to becoming chief operating officer, Kristine served as the Fish & Richardson’s first chief legal talent & inclusion officer, a role in which she led the Professional Development, Legal Recruiting, Diversity & Inclusion, and Pro Bono teams. During her five-year tenure, Fish & Richardson was selected as a Best Law Firm for Women for four consecutive years, elevated its most diverse class of principals ever, was recognized as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality, and earned the Mansfield Certified Designation from Diversity Lab, among many other notable accomplishments.