What information should be included in a domestic representative designation?
According to 37 CFR 3.61, the designation of a domestic representative should include:
- The name of the person residing within the United States
- The address of the designated person
- A statement that this person may be served process or notice of proceedings affecting the application, patent or registration or rights thereunder
As stated in the regulation, The designation should state the name and address of a person residing within the United States on whom may be served process or notice of proceedings affecting the application, patent or registration or rights thereunder.
This information ensures that the USPTO and other parties can effectively communicate with the foreign assignee through their designated representative.
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Topics:
MPEP 300 - Ownership and Assignment,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure