What types of third party submissions are allowed in inter partes reexamination?
In inter partes reexamination, third parties other than the requester are generally not allowed to make submissions. However, there are two exceptions, as stated in MPEP 2667: A 37 CFR 1.501 art citation limited to patents and printed publications, along with an explanation of their relevance. Bare notice of suits and other proceedings involving the…
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