How is double correspondence handled in patent applications?

The USPTO generally does not engage in double correspondence with applicants and their representatives. Specifically: The Office will not correspond with both an applicant and their attorney/agent. The Office will not correspond with more than one attorney/agent. If double correspondence is attempted, the examiner will include form paragraph 4.01 in the next Office action. According…

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What types of patent-related correspondence can be sent by facsimile to the USPTO?

According to MPEP 502.01, various types of patent-related correspondence can be transmitted by facsimile to the USPTO, including: Continued Prosecution Applications (CPAs) filed under 37 CFR 1.53(d) (for design applications only) Amendments Declarations Petitions Information Disclosure Statements (IDS) Terminal disclaimers Notices of appeal and appeal briefs Requests for Continued Examination (RCEs) under 37 CFR 1.114…

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Can an applicant communicate directly with the USPTO if they have a registered patent attorney?

Can an applicant communicate directly with the USPTO if they have a registered patent attorney? Generally, when an applicant is represented by a registered patent attorney or agent, direct communication between the applicant and the USPTO is discouraged. The USPTO has specific rules regarding this situation: The USPTO will communicate directly with the registered attorney…

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