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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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…
Read MoreWhat are ex parte questions in patent cases before the Federal Circuit?
Ex parte questions in patent cases before the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit refer to issues or matters that involve only one party, typically the patent applicant or patent owner. According to MPEP 1002.02(k)(3), the Solicitor decides on “Petitions relating to ex parte questions in cases before the Court of Appeals for the…
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