What is considered a ‘good and sufficient reason’ to revoke a power of attorney by less than all applicants?

What is considered a ‘good and sufficient reason’ to revoke a power of attorney by less than all applicants? The USPTO does not provide a specific definition of what constitutes a ‘good and sufficient reason’ to revoke a power of attorney by less than all applicants. According to MPEP 402.10: A power of attorney may…

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Can a foreign filing license be revoked or modified?

Can a foreign filing license be revoked or modified? Yes, a foreign filing license can be revoked or modified under certain circumstances. The MPEP 140 provides guidance on this: Licenses for foreign filing may be revoked or modified upon written notification from the Director. Normally, revocation or modification will only affect applications or other materials…

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How does filing a new power of attorney affect existing powers of attorney in pre-2012 applications?

In pre-2012 patent applications, filing a new power of attorney can have significant effects on existing powers of attorney. MPEP 402.05(b) outlines several scenarios: New power of attorney without explicit revocation: “When an original power of attorney is filed giving power of attorney to attorneys A, B, and C, and the same principal subsequently files…

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What happens if a new power of attorney is filed listing only one of two previously appointed patent practitioners?

When a new power of attorney is filed that lists only one of two previously appointed patent practitioners, it has significant implications. According to MPEP 403.02: “Note that if the later-filed power of attorney only lists the second practitioner, the later-filed power of attorney serves as a revocation of the earlier-filed power of attorney, even…

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Can an assignee revoke a power of attorney in a government-owned application?

In general, an assignee can revoke a power of attorney in most applications. However, there is an exception for certain government-owned applications. The MPEP states: In applications filed before September 16, 2012, the assignee of record of the entire interest can revoke the power of attorney of the applicant unless an ‘irrevocable’ right to prosecute…

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