Can a registered practitioner sign an affidavit or declaration on behalf of an inventor or assignee?
No, a registered practitioner cannot sign an affidavit or declaration on behalf of an inventor or assignee. According to MPEP 717.01(c): ‘The affidavit or declaration must be signed by the inventor or a joint inventor, or the party qualified under 37 CFR 1.42, 1.43, or 1.47. A registered practitioner may not sign an affidavit or…
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