How do I update my address for patent correspondence with the USPTO?
How do I update my address for patent correspondence with the USPTO? To update your address for patent correspondence with the USPTO: Use the Change of Correspondence Address Form PTO/AIA/122 for applications filed on or after September 16, 2012. Use Form PTO/SB/122 for applications filed before September 16, 2012. Submit the form to the USPTO’s…
Read MoreWhat is the correct address for correspondence in supplemental examination proceedings?
The correct address for correspondence in supplemental examination proceedings is the correspondence address of record for the patent for which supplemental examination is requested. This is consistent with reexamination practice. As stated in the MPEP: “The correspondence address of record for the patent for which supplemental examination is requested is the correct address for all…
Read MoreCan a patent attorney update the correspondence address for a patent owner?
Can a patent attorney update the correspondence address for a patent owner? Yes, a patent attorney can update the correspondence address for a patent owner, but there are specific requirements to follow. According to MPEP 2805: “A patent owner’s change of address may be filed with the USPTO through the Office of Patent Legal Administration…
Read MoreWhat form is recommended for changing power of attorney or correspondence address in supplemental examination proceedings?
The USPTO strongly recommends using Form PTO/AIA/81B for changing power of attorney or correspondence address in supplemental examination proceedings. The MPEP states: “Patent owners are strongly encouraged to use form PTO/AIA/81B when submitting a power of attorney and/or change of correspondence address in a supplemental examination proceeding or a reexamination proceeding.” This form is specifically…
Read MoreWhat happens if the USPTO can’t reach a patent owner at their address of record?
What happens if the USPTO can’t reach a patent owner at their address of record? If the USPTO cannot reach a patent owner at their address of record, it may have serious consequences for the patent. According to MPEP 2805: “It is important for the Office to have a correct address for the patent owner.…
Read MoreHow can a patent owner change the attorney or agent for correspondence in a supplemental examination?
To change the attorney or agent for correspondence in a supplemental examination, a new power of attorney must be filed in two places: The file of the patent for which supplemental examination is requested The file of the supplemental examination proceeding, or if reexamination is ordered, in the resulting ex parte reexamination proceeding The MPEP…
Read MoreWho can sign a submission requesting a change of correspondence address in a supplemental examination?
A submission requesting a change of correspondence address in a supplemental examination can be signed by: All of the patent owners (see MPEP § 2803) The registered attorney or agent of record in the file of the patent under supplemental examination Additionally, for applications filed on or after September 12, 2012, the MPEP states: “If…
Read MoreWhere should submissions for changing power of attorney or correspondence address be sent after a supplemental examination request?
After a request for supplemental examination has been filed, or after any ex parte reexamination resulting from the supplemental examination has been ordered, submissions to change the power of attorney or correspondence address should be addressed as specified in MPEP § 2806. The MPEP states: “After a request for supplemental examination has been filed, and/or…
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