Can a mistake in assignee information on PTOL-85B be corrected via certificate of correction?

No, a mistake in assignee information on the Fee(s) Transmittal Form (PTOL-85B) cannot be corrected via a certificate of correction. The MPEP 1481.01 clearly states: “Mistakenly adding assignee information on the form PTOL-85B is not a type of error correctable via certificate of correction.” If you need to change or correct assignee information after the…

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How does providing assignee information on PTOL-85B affect the applicant of record?

Providing assignee information on the Fee(s) Transmittal Form (PTOL-85B) does not change the applicant of record. According to MPEP 1481.01: “Providing assignee information on the form PTOL-85B will result in identification of the assignee in the assignee field of the issued patent, but will not affect any change in the applicant of record.” If you…

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