What constitutes a fully responsive reply to a non-final Office action?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. A fully responsive reply to a non-final Office action must…
Read MoreHow often do I need to certify micro entity status?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. According to MPEP 509.04(d), a certification of entitlement to micro…
Read MoreWhat are the formal requirements for affidavits and declarations in patent applications?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The MPEP outlines several formal requirements for affidavits and declarations in patent applications: An…
Read MoreWhat are the formal requirements for affidavits or declarations under 37 CFR 1.131(a)?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The formal requirements for affidavits or declarations under 37 CFR…
Read MoreWhat are the filing options for a request for prioritized examination?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. There are two main filing options for a request for…
Read MoreHow can a nonprovisional application be filed by reference to a previously filed application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. As of December 18, 2013, a nonprovisional application can be…
Read MoreWhat is the purpose of the file wrapper in a patent application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The file wrapper, also known as the prosecution history, serves…
Read MoreAre there any fees associated with requesting a suspension of action?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. Yes, there are fees associated with requesting a suspension of…
Read MoreHow do fees for extensions of time in patent applications work?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. Fees for extensions of time in patent applications are structured…
Read MoreHow does failure to pay the issue fee affect patent application proceedings?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. Failure to pay the issue fee has significant consequences for…
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