Opposition and Appeals

We recognise that patent oppositions are filed for many commercial reasons and understanding those reasons first is key to running a case towards a successful outcome.   Understanding the motivations of the opponent can help find a resolution and determine the amount of resource we should apply to the defence, for example.  Where we need to defend to the end, we will do so giving-up no quarter to the opponent and seeing out the whole procedure towards a successful outcome for our client.

Appeals are frequently focussed on the most important issues and good use of timing, expert procedural knowledge and careful use of technical submissions can turn a case around or affirm a positive first instance decision.