What are the responsibilities of the Director of International Patent Legal Administration regarding PCT applications?
The Director of International Patent Legal Administration has several responsibilities regarding PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) applications, including: Deciding petitions to withdraw the Notice of Acceptance and the Notice of Withdrawal for international applications Deciding petitions for restoration of the right of priority under PCT Rule 26bis.3 Deciding petitions to excuse applicant’s failure to act within…
Read MoreWhat happens if an inventor becomes available after a 37 CFR 1.47(a) petition is granted?
If an inventor becomes available after a 37 CFR 1.47(a) petition is granted, they should be given the opportunity to join the application. The MPEP 409.03(b) provides guidance: ‘If a nonsigning inventor subsequently joins in the application, the applicant may file a petition under 37 CFR 1.182 to withdraw the 37 CFR 1.47 petition.’ This…
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