How can I request republication of my patent application?

Requests for republication of a patent application are handled by the Director of Office of Data Management. As stated in MPEP 1002.02(r), these requests are governed by “37 CFR 1.221(a), MPEP § 1130.” To request republication: Submit a request in writing to the USPTO Clearly state the reasons for republication Pay the required fee Ensure…

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What is the process for requesting an interview with an examiner after a Notice of Allowability?

Requesting an interview with an examiner after a Notice of Allowability has been mailed requires special consideration. The MPEP states: “Requests for interviews with examiner after a patent application has been sent to issue (Notice of Allowability mailed), MPEP § 713.10, or after transfer of jurisdiction to the Patent Trial and Appeal Board, MPEP §…

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How are reissue applications examined compared to original applications?

Reissue applications are examined in the same manner as original, non-reissue, non-provisional applications. This is explicitly stated in 37 CFR 1.176, which says that a reissue application, “including all the claims therein, is subject to ‘be examined in the same manner as a non-reissue, non-provisional application.’” This means that examiners will apply the same level…

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What is the purpose of the Issue Classification sheet in patent examination?

The Issue Classification sheet serves several important purposes in the patent examination process: It provides a final classification of the allowed patent application. It serves as a record of the examiners involved in the allowance decision. It includes the E-Signatures of both the primary and assistant examiners, as stated in MPEP 1302.13: “The primary examiner…

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Are provisional patent applications classified and assigned to examiners?

No, provisional patent applications are not classified or assigned to examiners. According to MPEP 909.01(b): “Provisional applications are not classified or assigned since they are not examined.” This is because provisional applications serve as a placeholder to establish a priority date and are not subject to examination. Only nonprovisional utility applications undergo the classification and…

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What are the limitations on a protestor’s participation in reissue applications involved in litigation?

Protestors’ participation in reissue applications, including those involved in litigation, is subject to specific limitations as outlined in USPTO regulations. These limitations are designed to balance public input with the efficient examination of patent applications. According to MPEP 1404: “Protestor’s participation, including the submission of papers, is limited in accordance with 37 CFR 1.291(c).” Key…

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