David L. Newman
Published: 2018
Total Pages: 97
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The USPTO encourages participants to use ADR processes to facilitate resolution of complex conflicts. The flexibility and benefits of ADR proceedings are based on the expertise of qualified neutrals such as experienced intellectual property attorneys and former judges and magistrates who are uniquely equipped to evaluate these issues and settle conflicts in a more streamlined manner than a Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) proceeding. To accomplish this, the expertise of a qualified neutral who can evaluate IP issues and settle conflicts more efficiently is a necessity. This guide describes how neutrals can be engaged to help decide IP conflicts, particularly proceedings at the USPTO.