What ownership documentation is required for a supplemental examination request?
When filing a request for supplemental examination, the patent owner must provide specific ownership documentation. According to MPEP 2803: “A request for supplemental examination must include an identification of the owner(s) of the entire right, title, and interest in the patent requested to be examined, and a submission by the patent owner in compliance with…
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What documentation is required for a legal representative to file a patent application for a deceased inventor? When filing a patent application for a deceased inventor, a legal representative must provide specific documentation to establish their authority. According to MPEP 409.01(a): “If an inventor is deceased or under legal incapacity, the legal representative of the…
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