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37 C.F.R. Part 2: Trademark Trial and Appeal Board rules

37 C.F.R. Part 2 sets the TTAB rules for oppositions, cancellations, and appeals.

Citation: 37 C.F.R. pt. 2

Type: Regulation

Jurisdiction: Federal

Issuing body: U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

Status: In force

Part 2 sets the rules of practice before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board. Section 2.102 governs oppositions, including the 30-day period after publication and extensions up to 180 days. Section 2.117(a) governs suspension of a Board case when a lawsuit between the parties may decide it. Section 2.145(d) sets the 63-day period to seek review of a final Board decision.

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