According to MPEP 314, two types of certificates are recordable for patent ownership changes: Certificates showing a change of name of a business Certificates showing a merger of businesses As stated in the MPEP, Certificates issued by appropriate authorities showing a change of name of a business or a merger of businesses are recordable. These…

Recording certificates of name change or merger for patents is crucial for maintaining a clear chain of title. According to MPEP 314, these documents serve as important links in the ownership history of a patent. The MPEP states: Although a mere change of name does not constitute a change in legal entity, it is properly…