Can an assignee revoke a previous power of attorney in a patent case?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-29 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, an assignee can revoke a previous power of attorney…
Read MoreWhat are the requirements for an attorney or agent filing an inter partes reexamination request?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-29 5 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. When an attorney or agent files an inter partes reexamination…
Read MoreWhere should submissions for changing power of attorney or correspondence address be sent after a supplemental examination request?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-29 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. After a request for supplemental examination has been filed, or…
Read MoreCan the requirement for a separate power of attorney be waived in international patent applications?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 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, the requirement for a separate power of attorney can…
Read MoreWhat are the requirements for signing a withdrawal of demand or election in a PCT application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules4 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. MPEP 1880 outlines specific requirements for signing a withdrawal of…
Read MoreCan an agent sign an international patent application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 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, an agent can sign an international patent application. According…
Read MoreCan a registered attorney or agent sign and file an international patent application for the applicant?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 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, a registered attorney or agent can sign and file an international patent application…
Read MoreHow is an agent or common representative appointed in an international patent application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 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 1807, the appointment of an agent, attorney,…
Read MoreAre there any limitations on what an attorney or agent can do when acting in a representative capacity?
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. While MPEP § 714.01(c) allows registered attorneys and agents acting…
Read MoreWhat is the legal basis for an attorney or agent to sign amendments without a power of attorney?
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 legal basis for an attorney or agent to sign…
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