What form can I use to correct or update an inventor’s name in a patent application?
To correct or update an inventor’s name in a patent application (other than reissue applications), you can use Form PTO/AIA/40. As stated in MPEP 602.01(c)(2): See MPEP § 602.01(c)(1) for a copy of form PTO/AIA/40 that may be used to correct or update in inventor’s name or change the order of names in applications (other…
Read MoreIs there an official form for requesting correction of inventorship or inventor name?
Yes, the USPTO provides an official form for requesting correction of inventorship or inventor name. 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. This form, PTO/AIA/40, can be used for various corrections…
Read MoreIs there an official form for requesting correction of inventorship in a patent application?
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…
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