Navigating Legal Stays: The PTAB’s Evolving Strategy Post-AIA

The Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) has been navigating the evolving landscape of granting stays in parallel reexamination and reissue proceedings, particularly since the enactment of the America Invents Act (AIA). According to Kara Specht and Guanshi Li from Finnegan, this progression highlights a shift where it has become notably challenging to contest a stay in most instances. Since 2019, the PTAB has maintained a consistent approach to these legal stays, underscoring its authority in such matters. For an in-depth analysis of these trends, consider reading the original article by Specht and Li available from Law360.