What is the role of the Central Reexamination Unit (CRU) technical support staff in inter partes reexamination?

The Central Reexamination Unit (CRU) technical support staff plays a crucial role in the clerical handling and processing of inter partes reexamination cases. Their responsibilities include: Performing all PALM (Patent Application Locating and Monitoring) matters for the case Processing and mailing decisions and Office actions to the patent owner and third party requester(s) Mailing copies…

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