Is a daytime telephone number required for patent applications filed before September 16, 2012?
While not strictly required, the USPTO recommends providing a daytime telephone number for patent applications filed before September 16, 2012. According to MPEP 403.01(b): Pre-AIA 37 CFR 1.33(a) requests the submission of a daytime telephone number of the party to whom correspondence is to be addressed. While business is to be conducted on the written…
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While not strictly required, the USPTO requests the submission of a daytime telephone number for the party to whom correspondence is to be addressed. According to 37 CFR 1.33(a): For the party to whom correspondence is to be addressed, a daytime telephone number should be supplied in a clearly identifiable manner and may be changed…
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While not strictly required, the USPTO recommends providing a daytime telephone number in patent applications. According to MPEP 601.03(b): “The submission of a daytime telephone number of the party to whom correspondence is to be addressed is requested pursuant to pre-AIA 37 CFR 1.33(a).” The MPEP further explains: “While business is to be conducted on…
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