Patent Law FAQ
This FAQ answers all your questions about patent law, patent procedure, and the patent examination process.
Yes, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) provides an official form for requesting correction of inventorship in a patent application (other than a reissue application). The details are as follows:
- Form number: PTO/AIA/40
- Purpose: To request correction relating to inventorship, an inventor name, or order of names
- Availability: The form can be found on the USPTO website at www.uspto.gov/PatentForms
The MPEP states: The Office has a form PTO/AIA/40 to request correction in a patent application (other than a reissue application) relating to inventorship, an inventor name, or order of names. The form is reproduced below and is also available on www.uspto.gov/PatentForms.
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