Cease and Desist Letter Response
(Patent)

Summary

This template is a Cease and Desist Letter Response to a patent notice letter (also known as a demand or cease and desist letter) that alleges infringement of a U.S. utility patent. This response denies infringement and explains the basis for that position. This template includes practical guidance and drafting notes. The tone and content of this template is firm as to non-infringement but not particularly aggressive. Rather, it invites discussion in an effort to resolve the matter and avoid litigation. Responses to patent notice letters vary depending on the contents of the notice letter, the type of patent owner, the level of risk of infringement, and the accused infringer's strategy for dealing with the risk. For a more detailed discussion on developing an appropriate response strategy, see Patent Notice Letters: Response and Response to Patent Notice Letter Checklist.