What information must be included on an assignment cover sheet?
An assignment cover sheet must include specific information to be accepted by the USPTO. According to MPEP 302.07, the cover sheet must contain:
- The name of the party conveying the interest
- The name and address of the party receiving the interest
- A description of the interest conveyed or transaction to be recorded
- Identification of the interests involved (e.g., patent number, application number)
- The name and address of the party to whom correspondence concerning the request to record the document should be mailed
- The date the document was executed
- The signature of the party submitting the document
It’s crucial to provide all required information accurately to ensure the assignment is properly recorded.
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Topics:
MPEP 300 - Ownership and Assignment,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure