Can a juristic entity applicant sign a change of correspondence address form?

No, a juristic entity applicant cannot directly sign a change of correspondence address form. According to MPEP 601.03(a): “A juristic entity (e.g., organizational assignee) must be represented by a patent practitioner even if the juristic entity is the applicant.” For juristic entity applicants, the following applies: A registered patent practitioner must sign the change of…

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How does the USPTO handle correspondence for juristic entities in patent applications?

For juristic entities (e.g., corporations, organizations), the USPTO has specific requirements for correspondence and signatures. According to 37 CFR 1.33(b)(3): Unless otherwise specified, all papers submitted on behalf of a juristic entity must be signed by a patent practitioner. This means that: A juristic entity must prosecute a patent application through a registered patent practitioner.…

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