What petitions are decided by the USPTO Solicitor?
The USPTO Solicitor is responsible for deciding on specific types of petitions, primarily related to court matters. According to MPEP 1002.02(k)(3), these include: Petitions for extension of time in court matters under 35 U.S.C. 142, 145, and 146 Petitions relating to ex parte questions in cases before the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit…
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The Solicitor is responsible for deciding petitions for extension of time in specific court matters related to patent cases. According to MPEP 1002.02(k)(3), these petitions pertain to: “Petitions for extension of time in court matters 35 U.S.C. 142 , 145 , and 146 .” These U.S. Code sections refer to: 35 U.S.C. 142: Notice of…
Read MoreWhat types of petitions are decided by the Solicitor in patent matters?
According to MPEP 1002.02(k)(3), the Solicitor decides two main types of petitions: Petitions for extension of time in court matters related to 35 U.S.C. 142, 145, and 146 Petitions relating to ex parte questions in cases before the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit The MPEP states: “1. Petitions for extension of time in…
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