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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Yes, the Solicitor’s Office can provide legal advice on petitions. The MPEP 1002.02(k)(3) explicitly states: “The Office of the Solicitor is available to render legal advice to any deciding official in connection with any petition.” This means that the Solicitor’s Office can offer legal guidance to USPTO officials who are responsible for making decisions on…
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