What is the process for requesting an interview with an examiner after a Notice of Allowability?

Requesting an interview with an examiner after a Notice of Allowability has been mailed requires special consideration. The MPEP states: “Requests for interviews with examiner after a patent application has been sent to issue (Notice of Allowability mailed), MPEP § 713.10, or after transfer of jurisdiction to the Patent Trial and Appeal Board, MPEP §…

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How does the USPTO handle interviews in accelerated examination cases?

The USPTO has specific guidelines for handling interviews in accelerated examination cases. According to MPEP 708.02(a): ‘For accelerated examination applications, the examiner will conduct a personal interview with the applicant or applicant’s representative prior to final disposition of the application.’ Key points about interviews in accelerated examination: Interviews are mandatory before final disposition. They can…

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