What must be included in the Written Opinion of the International Searching Authority?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The Written Opinion of the International Searching Authority must include…
Read MoreWhat is the purpose of the Written Opinion in the PCT process?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The Written Opinion serves multiple purposes in the Patent Cooperation…
Read MoreWhat is the time limit for responding to the Written Opinion of the International Searching Authority?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The MPEP provides clear guidance on the time limit for responding to the Written…
Read MoreWhat is the purpose of Form PCT/ISA/237?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. Form PCT/ISA/237 is used for preparing the Written Opinion of the International Searching Authority.…
Read MoreWhen is the international search report and written opinion typically established in a PCT application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules4 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The establishment of the international search report and written opinion…
Read MoreWhat is the relevance of the novelty definition to the written opinion of the International Searching Authority?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The novelty definition provided in PCT Article 33(2) is also applicable to the written…
Read MoreWhat issues can prevent the formation of a meaningful opinion in international patent applications?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. For international patent applications filed on or after January 1, 2004, several issues can…
Read MoreHow does the IPEA/US handle the written opinion of the International Searching Authority?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The United States International Preliminary Examining Authority (IPEA/US) generally considers the written opinion of…
Read MoreWhat are the main procedural steps for an international application in the International Searching Authority?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. According to MPEP 1840, the main procedural steps for any…
Read MoreWhat is the function of the International Searching Authority (ISA) in the PCT system?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The International Searching Authority (ISA) plays a critical role in the PCT system by…
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