What are the restrictions on registered practitioners not of record during USPTO interviews?
What are the restrictions on registered practitioners not of record during USPTO interviews? Registered practitioners who are not of record for a specific patent application face certain restrictions when attending USPTO interviews. According to MPEP 408: ‘The registered practitioner not of record may not participate in the interview of the application except as authorized by…
Read MoreHow should examiners handle interview requests from multiple attorneys or agents?
When handling interview requests from multiple attorneys or agents, examiners should follow these guidelines: Generally, only one interview is granted per application. If multiple practitioners request interviews, coordinate with the practitioner of record. Additional interviews may be granted at the examiner’s discretion. The MPEP 408 states: ‘An interview should normally be conducted with the attorney…
Read MoreCan non-registered representatives be contacted for patent application actions?
No, non-registered representatives should not be contacted for patent application actions, even if they appear to be authorized by the attorney or agent of record. The MPEP clearly states: In addition, non-registered representatives of the practitioner of record should not be contacted for such actions, even if apparently authorized by the attorney or agent of…
Read MoreHow can a practitioner become of record in a patent application filed on or after September 16, 2012?
How can a practitioner become of record in a patent application filed on or after September 16, 2012? A practitioner can become of record in a patent application filed on or after September 16, 2012, through the following methods: Filing an Application Data Sheet (ADS) that names the practitioner as the representative Filing a power…
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