What are the appeal rights for patent owners in ex parte reexamination?
Patent owners have specific appeal rights in ex parte reexamination proceedings. According to MPEP 2273, “The patent owner involved in a reexamination proceeding under this chapter may appeal under the provisions of section 134, and may seek court review under the provisions of sections 141 to 144, with respect to any decision adverse to the…
Read MoreHow can I request an oral hearing before the Board in an inter partes reexamination appeal?
To request an oral hearing before the Board in an inter partes reexamination appeal, you must follow specific procedures and timing requirements. According to MPEP 2662: If an appellant or a respondent (who has filed a respondent brief) desires an oral hearing by the Board, he or she must file a written request for an…
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