Can a legal representative file a request for supplemental examination?

Yes, a legal representative of the patent owner can file a request for supplemental examination on behalf of the patent owner. As stated in MPEP 2803: “A legal representative of the patent owner may file a request for supplemental examination on behalf of the patent owner.” For more details on this process, refer to MPEP 2804.

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Topics: MPEP 2800 - Supplemental Examination, MPEP 2803 - Persons Who May File A Request For Supplemental Examination, Patent Law, Patent Procedure
Tags: legal representative, patent owner, supplemental examination