At what point in the reexamination process can a title change be made?
According to MPEP 2660.02, a patent title change can be made at different points during the reexamination process: Early in the prosecution: “The examiner should point out the need for the change as early as possible in the prosecution, as a part of an Office action.” At the conclusion of the reexamination: “Where the examiner…
Read MoreWhen might a patent title change be necessary during reexamination?
While patent title changes during reexamination are rare, there are situations where they might be necessary. The MPEP 2660.02 provides an example: “An example of a situation where it would be appropriate to change the title is where all the claims directed to one of the categories of invention (in the patent) are canceled via…
Read MoreHow is a patent title change implemented during reexamination?
A change in the patent title during reexamination can only be implemented through a specific procedure. According to MPEP 2660.02: “A change in the title in a reexamination can only be effected via a formal examiner’s amendment accompanying the Notice of Intent to Issue Inter Partes Reexamination Certificate (NIRC) at the time that the prosecution…
Read MoreHow does changing a patent title affect the application process?
Changing a patent title can have several effects on the application process. As stated in MPEP 606.01, “When the Technology Center (TC) technical support staff prepares the application for issue and sees that the title has been changed, the TC technical support staff will make the required change in the Office computer record systems.” This…
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