John Orcutt

John Orcutt is a Professor at the University of New Hampshire School of Law, teaching Business Associations, Mergers and Acquisitions, Securities Regulation, and Valuation and the Law. Previously serving as Associate Dean for Faculty Research, he co-created UNH's dual J.D./MBA program with Paul College of Business and Economics.

His educational background includes:

• J.D. from University of California - Berkeley
• B.A. in Legal Studies from University of California - Berkeley

Research focuses on patent valuation, technology commercialization, and innovation systems, with significant work in Native American law. His book Patent Valuation: Improving Decision Making through Analysis (Wiley Finance) is a field-leading text translated into Chinese. Global workshops in 15+ countries demonstrate his expertise in IP monetization for entrepreneurs, judges, and government officials.

Publications reveal consistent themes in securities regulation and patent policy, applying valuation frameworks to legal challenges in crowdfunding and international IP subsidy systems.

Scientific recognition includes:

• Outstanding Teacher of the Year (awarded 7 times)
• Kidder Faculty Award (2023)

Pre-academia, he served as Principal at Robertson Stephens investment bank (heading West Coast Telecom Services practice) and Corporate Finance Associate at Shearman & Sterling, specializing in transatlantic securities offerings. His industry experience directly informs teaching in business transactions and taxation, though specific grant details or student advisement records aren't documented in the source text.