What additional legal documents should be included with a patent reexamination request?
When submitting a patent reexamination request, certain additional legal documents should be included to provide a comprehensive context for the patent’s current status. According to MPEP 2219: “A copy of any federal court decision, complaint in a pending civil action, or interference or derivation decision should also be submitted.“
These additional documents may include:
- Federal court decisions related to the patent
- Complaints in pending civil actions involving the patent
- Interference decisions affecting the patent
- Derivation decisions relevant to the patent
Including these documents ensures that the USPTO has access to all relevant legal information that may impact the reexamination process. This comprehensive approach allows for a more thorough and accurate assessment of the patent’s validity and scope during the reexamination proceedings.
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Topics:
MPEP 2200 - Citation Of Prior Art And Ex Parte Reexamination Of Patents,
MPEP 2219 - Copy Of Printed Patent,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure