How does the AIA impact power of attorney for applications filed before September 16, 2012?
How does the AIA impact power of attorney for applications filed before September 16, 2012?
The America Invents Act (AIA) does not significantly change the power of attorney requirements for applications filed before September 16, 2012. As stated in MPEP 402.02(b):
For applications filed before September 16, 2012, all parties having the right to prosecute the application at the time of filing the power of attorney must act together in appointing a power of attorney.
This means that the pre-AIA rules continue to apply for these older applications. However, it’s important to note that any new applications filed on or after September 16, 2012, are subject to the updated AIA rules regarding power of attorney.
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MPEP 400 - Representative of Applicant or Owner,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure