Intellectual Property Litigation in Federal Court

<h2>Overview</h2><p>Federal courts have exclusive jurisdiction over patent and copyright claims, and concurrent jurisdiction over trademark claims under the Lanham Act. Intellectual property litigation in federal court involves complex technical and legal issues, often requiring specialized expertise in both the relevant technology and federal IP law.</p><h2>Appellate Structure</h2><p>Patent cases are appealed exclusively to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, while trademark and copyright appeals go to the regional circuit courts. This specialized appellate structure for patents ensures nationwide uniformity in patent law.</p>