What are the requirements for signing a withdrawal of demand or election in a PCT application?

MPEP 1880 outlines specific requirements for signing a withdrawal of demand or election in a PCT application: Any withdrawal of the demand or any election must be sent to the International Bureau or to the International Preliminary Examining Authority, provided that the withdrawal is signed by all applicants in accordance with PCT Rule 90bis.5. Furthermore,…

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Can an agent sign an international patent application?

Yes, an agent can sign an international patent application. According to MPEP 1820: “The international application may be signed by an agent.” However, there are specific requirements for patent practitioners acting as agents: “Pursuant to 37 CFR 1.34, a patent practitioner acting in a representative capacity must set forth his or her registration number on…

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Can a registered attorney or agent sign and file an international patent application for the applicant?

Yes, a registered attorney or agent can sign and file an international patent application on behalf of the applicant. However, there are some considerations: The attorney or agent must be registered with the appropriate authority. A separate power of attorney may be required from each applicant. The attorney or agent can sign the international application…

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Are there any limitations on what an attorney or agent can do when acting in a representative capacity?

While MPEP § 714.01(c) allows registered attorneys and agents acting in a representative capacity to sign amendments, there are limitations on their authority. The provision specifically states: A registered attorney or agent acting in a representative capacity under 37 CFR 1.34, may sign amendments even though he or she does not have a power of…

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What forms are available for appointing a power of attorney in patent applications filed on or after September 16, 2012?

The USPTO provides several forms for appointing a power of attorney in patent applications filed on or after September 16, 2012. These forms are available on the USPTO website and include: PTO/AIA/80: For use by assignees who are either the named applicant or are becoming the applicant. PTO/AIA/81: For use by joint inventors who are…

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