How does the Pre-Appeal Brief Review affect the timeline for filing an appeal brief?
The Pre-Appeal Brief Review can affect the timeline for filing an appeal brief in several ways: If a panel decision is issued, the MPEP states: After a panel decision, the time period for filing an appeal brief will be reset to be one month from the mailing of the decision on the request, or the…
Read MoreHow is the due date for an appeal brief calculated?
The due date for an appeal brief is calculated based on the receipt date of the notice of appeal. According to MPEP 1205.01: “The Office date of receipt of the notice of appeal (and not the date indicated on any Certificate of Mailing under 37 CFR 1.8) is the date from which this 2-month time…
Read MoreWhat is the deadline for filing a new appeal brief when reinstating an appeal?
When reinstating an appeal, the appellant must file a complete new appeal brief within two months from the date of filing the new notice of appeal. The MPEP states: “Appellant must file a complete new appeal brief in compliance with the format and content requirements of 37 CFR 41.37(c) within two months from the date…
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