How does the USPTO handle correspondence information submitted through EFS-Web for international design applications?
For international design applications, the USPTO may use correspondence information submitted through EFS-Web in certain situations. According to MPEP 2912: “Where no correspondence information is included in the submission, or the correspondence information was not made in accordance with the applicable regulations, the Office may use application data furnished through EFS-Web for purposes of correspondence…
Read MoreHow can I specify a correspondence address for an international design application filed with the USPTO as an office of indirect filing?
According to 37 CFR 1.1042, applicants can specify a correspondence address for communications sent by the USPTO as an office of indirect filing. The MPEP states: “Pursuant to 37 CFR 1.1042, the applicant may specify a correspondence address for correspondence sent by the USPTO as an office of indirect filing.“ This address can be different…
Read MoreCan I use a different correspondence address for USPTO communications than the one on my DM/1 form?
Yes, you can specify a different correspondence address for USPTO communications than the one on your DM/1 form for an international design application. The MPEP 2912 states: “Applicants may specify a different address than specified on the DM/1 form for the purpose of correspondence sent by the USPTO as an office of indirect filing.“ This…
Read MoreWhat happens if no correspondence address is specified for an international design application?
If no specific correspondence address is provided for an international design application filed with the USPTO as an office of indirect filing, the USPTO has a default procedure. According to MPEP 2912: “Where no such address has been specified, the Office will use as the correspondence address of applicant’s appointed representative. See 37 CFR 1.1041.…
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