What information is required on a cover sheet for recording documents with the USPTO?

When recording documents with the USPTO, a cover sheet must accompany the document. The cover sheet should include:

• Name of the conveying party
• Name and address of the receiving party
• Application number, patent number, or registration number
• Name of the inventor (for patent documents)
• Title of the invention (for patent documents)
• Document date
• Nature of the interest being conveyed
• Assignee AIA (first inventor to file) statement

MPEP 313 states: Each document submitted for recording must be accompanied by a cover sheet… The format for the cover sheet is specified by the Office. Ensure all required information is provided to facilitate proper recording of the document.

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