Key PTAB Developments in 2024: Strategic Insights for Legal Professionals


In the first six months of 2024, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) witnessed several pivotal developments. Legal experts are advising that these changes be factored into post-grant strategies. Among the key events were proposed rules on discretionary denial and director review, as well as the initial decisions handed down by the Delegated Rehearing Panel. For a detailed analysis and context, attorneys at Fish & Richardson have outlined these events in their recent article. These updates underscore significant shifts within the PTAB landscape that cannot be ignored by legal professionals navigating post-grant proceedings.