International trade · 25/06/2010

Clarification on the Procedure for Seeking Review of a Finding of a Substantial New Question of Patentability in Ex Parte Reexamination Proceedings

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has clarified the procedure for reviewing a determination that a substantial new question of patentability (SNQ) has been raised in an ex parte reexamination proceeding. This clarification will help resolve SNQ issues more efficiently.