What certification is required for a rebuttal brief in inter partes reexamination?
According to MPEP 2678, which cites 37 CFR 41.71(d), a specific certification is required for a rebuttal brief in inter partes reexamination: “The rebuttal brief must include a certification that a copy of the rebuttal brief has been served in its entirety on all other parties to the proceeding. The names and addresses of the…
Read MoreHow can I regain micro entity status after losing it?
To regain micro entity status after losing it, you must file a new certification of entitlement to micro entity status. As stated in MPEP 509.04(e): Once a notification of a loss of entitlement to micro entity status is filed in the application or patent, a new certification of entitlement to micro entity status is required…
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