What is the role of a common representative in PCT applications?
The common representative in PCT applications plays a crucial role in communication and decision-making. According to MPEP 1807:
“Where no common agent or common representative has been appointed, one of the applicants who is entitled to file in the receiving Office acts as the common representative.”
The common representative is authorized to:
- Perform all acts that the applicants may perform
- Sign all documents on behalf of the applicants
- Receive communications from the International Bureau and other international authorities
It’s important to note that the common representative’s actions are binding on all applicants.
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