What options does an applicant have when responding to formal requirements?
When responding to formal requirements in a patent application, an applicant has two main options: Comply with all formal requirements Specifically traverse each requirement not complied with This is based on 37 CFR 1.111(b) and MPEP 707.07(a), which state: “a complete reply must either comply with all formal requirements or specifically traverse each requirement not…
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When responding to formal requirements in a patent application, an applicant should either: Comply with the formal requirements, or Specifically traverse each requirement not complied with The MPEP states: In all cases where reply to a requirement is indicated as necessary for further consideration of the claims, or where allowable subject matter has been indicated…
Read MoreWhat should examiners do when indicating allowable subject matter?
When an examiner’s action indicates allowable subject matter but there are still formal requirements, the examiner should: Call attention to 37 CFR 1.111(b) State that a complete reply must either comply with all formal requirements or specifically traverse each requirement not complied with The MPEP 707.07(a) states: “When any formal requirement is made in an…
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