Who can appeal a decision in an inter partes reexamination proceeding to the Federal Circuit?

Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. For inter partes reexamination proceedings commenced on or after November…

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Can a third-party requester comment on a patent owner’s response to a new ground of rejection?

Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. Yes, a third-party requester can comment on a patent owner’s…

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When is jurisdiction transferred to the Board in inter partes reexamination appeals?

Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The jurisdiction of an inter partes reexamination proceeding is transferred…

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What are the possible outcomes of a Patent Trial and Appeal Board decision in an inter partes reexamination?

Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. According to MPEP 2681, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board…

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