Third-party observations during prosecution before the EPO (2)
Looking to challenge a competitor’s European patent application? This article explores practical aspects of third-party observations (TPOs) at the European Patent Office. Learn how to use TPOs tactically - timing, objections, handling of TPOs as an applicant, and more - explained by a European and UK patent attorney.
Third-party observations during prosecution before the EPO (1)
Looking to challenge a European patent application during prosecution? This article outlines how to file third-party observations (TPOs) at the European Patent Office - learn procedural steps and strategic considerations from a European and UK patent attorney.