LAW 0472:
Patent Litigation
Spring 2026 • Section 21
Course offerings for are still tentative. The information below is subject to change.
Course Description
This course will address the manner in which patent cases are litigated, with special emphasis on a number of special issues that frequently arise in that context. Topics to be covered include preparation and content of the complaint and answer, discovery, the role of expert witnesses, preliminary injunctions, claim construction and the "Markman hearing," proof of infringement and damages, jury instructions, and appeals. There will be a number of hands-on exercises and a final examination.
Schedule
| Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|
| Th 4:00-5:50 PM | TBA |
Registration Info
Pre-Requisites
You must have completed the following courses before enrolling in this course:
- LAW 0547 (Introduction to Intellectual Property)
- LAW 0552 (Patent Law)
Book List/Materials
Materials To Be Announced