37 CFR § 3.27 — Mailing address for submitting documents to be (MPEP Coverage Index) – BlueIron IP

37 CFR § 3.27 Mailing address for submitting documents to be

Source: Patent Rule (37 CFR)BlueIron Update:

This page consolidates MPEP guidance interpreting 37 CFR § 3.27, including 13 rules from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only, it is not legal advice.

Summary

The mailing address for submitting assignment documents by mail to the United States Patent and Trademark Office is P.O. Box 1450, Alexandria, VA 22313, addressed to Mail Stop Assignment Recordation Services, Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

What this section covers

  • Define the mailing address for submitting assignment documents by mail.
  • Identify the specific service provided at this address (Assignment Recordation Services).

Key obligations

  • State the requirement to mail documents for recordation to Mail Stop Assignment Recordation Services.
  • Identify the address as P.O. Box 1450, Alexandria, VA 22313.
  • Mention that documents must be addressed to the Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Practice notes

  • Advise practitioners to ensure all documents and cover sheets are properly addressed for timely processing.
  • Remind practitioners of the importance of including all necessary information on cover sheets to avoid delays.

Related Provisions

Based on MPEP Last Modified: 10/30/2024 08:50:22