The U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision to limit the use of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s administrative courts has reinforced the precedent set by the Oil States decision, attorneys have noted. While the ruling did not delve into intricate issues that could have disrupted the Patent Trial and Appeal Board, it affirmed the Court’s stance on the authority of administrative bodies in intellectual property matters. This development marks another chapter in the ongoing evolution of judicial oversight over administrative adjudication, a crucial point of interest for patent attorneys navigating the landscape shaped by Oil States.