What are the requirements for paper submissions of patent assignment documents?
For paper submissions of patent assignment documents, the following requirements must be met:
- Submit either a copy of the original document or an extract of the original document.
- Use only one side of each page.
- Paper size must be either 8.5″ x 11″ or A4, with a 1-inch margin on all sides.
- Use flexible, strong white, non-shiny, and durable paper.
As stated in 37 CFR 3.24(b): “For paper submissions, the paper used should be flexible, strong white, non-shiny, and durable.” This ensures that the document can be properly recorded and stored by the USPTO.
Topics:
MPEP 300 - Ownership and Assignment,
MPEP 302 - Recording of Assignment Documents,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure