How to submit maintenance fee payments for multiple patents?

How to submit maintenance fee payments for multiple patents? When submitting maintenance fee payments for multiple patents, you can use a single payment submission. The MPEP states: “A single fee transmittal form may be used for submitting multiple maintenance fee payments.” (MPEP 2515) To do this effectively: Include all necessary information for each patent on…

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Can multiple patents receive interim extensions based on a single regulatory review period?

Yes, multiple patents can receive interim extensions based on a single regulatory review period under certain circumstances. According to MPEP 2755.01: “In circumstances where extensions of multiple patents have been sought based on a single regulatory review period as per 37 CFR 1.785, where those patents expire on the same day, multiple interim extensions under…

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How are multiple applications for extension of different patents based on the same regulatory review period handled?

When multiple applications for extension of different patents are based on the same regulatory review period, the handling depends on whether the applications are from a single applicant or multiple applicants: Single Applicant: According to 37 CFR 1.785(b), “the certificate of extension of patent term, if appropriate, will be issued upon the application for extension…

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Are interim extensions allowed for multiple patents based on the same regulatory review period?

Yes, interim extensions under 35 U.S.C. 156(e)(2) are permitted for multiple patents based on the same regulatory review period, provided the patents expire on the same day. The MPEP 2761 states: “In circumstances where extensions of multiple patents have been sought based on a single regulatory review period as per 37 CFR 1.785, where those…

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