What is the role of the Deputy Commissioner for Patent Examination Policy in the Office of Petitions?

The Deputy Commissioner for Patent Examination Policy plays a crucial role in overseeing the Office of Petitions. As stated in MPEP 1002.01: “The Office of Petitions, under the direction of the Deputy Commissioner for Patent Examination Policy, is charged with the responsibility of reviewing and deciding petitions, requests, and related inquiries…” This leadership ensures that…

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What types of petitions are decided by the Deputy Commissioner who oversees the Office of Petitions?

The Deputy Commissioner who oversees the Office of Petitions or assigned staff in the Office of Petitions, the Office of Patent Legal Administration, and the MPEP Staff Office decide on various types of petitions, including: Petitions to revive abandoned applications Petitions for waiver or suspension of rules Petitions to invoke supervisory authority Petitions for unintentionally…

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