Who can sign amendments and other papers in a reexamination proceeding?
In a reexamination proceeding, amendments and other papers must be signed by specific individuals as outlined in MPEP 2222: The patent owner All owners if there is more than one An attorney or agent of record in the patent file A registered attorney or agent not of record who acts in a representative capacity under…
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Yes, a registered attorney or agent acting in a representative capacity can sign amendments to a patent application, even if they do not have a power of attorney in the application. This is explicitly stated in MPEP § 714.01(c): A registered attorney or agent acting in a representative capacity under 37 CFR 1.34, may sign…
Read MoreCan an attorney sign an oath or declaration on behalf of an inventor?
No, an attorney cannot sign an oath or declaration on behalf of an inventor, even if they have been given power of attorney to do so. This rule applies to applications filed before September 16, 2012. According to MPEP § 602.08(b), “The oath or declaration may not be signed by an attorney on behalf of…
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