How can I petition to withdraw a holding of abandonment?

To petition to withdraw a holding of abandonment, you should direct your petition to the Director of Office of Data Management if a notice of abandonment has been, or could have been properly mailed by the Office of Data Management. This is explicitly mentioned in MPEP 1002.02(r). The petition should explain why the application is…

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What is the difference between a petition to withdraw holding of abandonment and a petition to revive?

The main difference between a petition to withdraw holding of abandonment and a petition to revive lies in their purpose and the circumstances under which they are filed: Petition to Withdraw Holding of Abandonment: Filed when the applicant believes the application is not actually abandoned. It’s appropriate when there’s a disagreement about the sufficiency of…

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