"From an average pendency of over two years/ 28 months as of May 2025, pendency has reached just over 9 months as of April 1, 2026."
"In October 2024 the average institution rate was around 65%, whereas in February 2026 the overall institution rate was around 37%. That represents a 43% reduction in institutions."
"Acting Vice Chief Judge Stacey White shared statistics on appeal pendency, noting a 'striking reduction in maximum pendency' over the last year."
"Since the March memo there have been 600 discretionary considerations decisions issued."
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office reported significant changes in Patent Trial and Appeal Board statistics. Average pendency for appeals decreased from over 28 months in May 2025 to just over 9 months by April 2026. The institution rate for inter partes review dropped from around 65% in October 2024 to approximately 37% in February 2026, indicating a 43% reduction. Since March 2025, 600 discretionary decisions have been made regarding IPR and post-grant review petitions, reflecting a shift in management and decision-making processes.
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