How can applicants find a new registered patent attorney or agent?

Applicants can find a new registered patent attorney or agent through resources provided by the USPTO. According to MPEP § 407: “Applicants may obtain a list of registered patent attorneys and agents located in their area by consulting the USPTO website, https://oedci.uspto.gov/OEDCI/, or by calling the Office of Enrollment and Discipline at (571) 272-4097.” These resources allow applicants to search for qualified practitioners who can represent them before the USPTO.

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Topics: MPEP 400 - Representative of Applicant or Owner, MPEP 407 - Suspended or Excluded Patent Practitioner, Patent Law, Patent Procedure
Tags: USPTO Resources