How does the USPTO notify client-applicants of a patent practitioner’s death?

According to MPEP 406, the USPTO follows a specific procedure to notify client-applicants:

‘The Office of Enrollment and Discipline will notify the client-applicant of the availability of a list of patent practitioners who may be available to represent the client-applicant.’

This notification ensures that the client-applicant is aware of the situation and has resources to find new representation if needed.

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