Patent Law

Introduction to substantive aspects of patent law, including doctrines, policies, and theories relevant to patent prosecution, counseling, and litigation. Students explore (1) an issued patent's form and substance, and claims that define a patent grant's substantive scope; (2) statutory requirements for obtaining a patent grant; and (3) law governing patent infringement. Technical background or knowledge is encouraged but not required, though students should be comfortable with readings in science and technology.