Can a legal entity be listed as an inventor on a patent application?
Can a legal entity be listed as an inventor on a patent application? No, a legal entity such as a corporation or organization cannot be listed as an inventor on a patent application. The MPEP clearly states: “[T]he inventor, or each individual who is a joint inventor of a claimed invention, in an application for…
Read MoreWhat are the general requirements for powers of attorney in patent applications filed on or after September 16, 2012?
For patent applications filed on or after September 16, 2012, the general requirements for powers of attorney are: The power of attorney must be in writing. It must name one or more representatives. It must give the representative power to act on behalf of the principal. It must be signed by the applicant for patent…
Read MoreCan an assignee revoke a power of attorney in a government-owned application?
In general, an assignee can revoke a power of attorney in most applications. However, there is an exception for certain government-owned applications. The MPEP states: In applications filed before September 16, 2012, the assignee of record of the entire interest can revoke the power of attorney of the applicant unless an ‘irrevocable’ right to prosecute…
Read MoreWhat forms are used for assignee revocation of power of attorney in pre-AIA applications?
For pre-AIA applications (filed before September 16, 2012), the MPEP mentions a specific form that can be used by assignees to revoke a power of attorney and appoint a new one: Form PTO/SB/80 may be used by an assignee of the entire interest of the applicant to revoke a power of attorney and appoint a…
Read MoreWhat are the rules for assignee revocation of power of attorney in applications filed before September 16, 2012?
For applications filed before September 16, 2012, the process for an assignee to revoke a power of attorney is different. According to the MPEP: In applications filed before September 16, 2012, the assignee of record of the entire interest can revoke the power of attorney of the applicant unless an ‘irrevocable’ right to prosecute the…
Read MoreWhat is the difference in power of attorney revocation between pre-AIA and post-AIA applications?
The main difference in power of attorney revocation between pre-AIA (before September 16, 2012) and post-AIA (on or after September 16, 2012) applications lies in who can sign the power of attorney and the process for revocation: Post-AIA (on or after September 16, 2012): The power of attorney must be signed by the applicant or…
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