When is a new assignment required for applications derived from earlier applications?
The need for a new assignment in applications derived from earlier applications depends on the type of application and its content: Division and Continuation Applications: Generally, no new assignment is required as the prior assignment is automatically applied. However, a new recordation request is needed to reflect this in USPTO records. Substitute and Continuation-in-Part Applications:…
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A new assignment is generally required for a continuation-in-part (CIP) application, with one exception. According to MPEP 306: Substitute or continuation-in-part applications require the recordation of a new assignment if they are to be issued to an assignee, unless the substitute or continuation-in-part application is filed on or after September 16, 2012, and the assignee…
Read MoreDo substitute and continuation-in-part applications require new assignments?
Yes, substitute and continuation-in-part (CIP) applications generally require new assignments. As stated in MPEP 306: In the case of a substitute or continuation-in-part application, a prior assignment of the original application is not applied (effective) to the substitute or continuation-in-part application because the assignment recorded against the original application gives the assignee rights to only…
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