Who can be granted limited recognition for patent matters?

Limited recognition for patent matters can be granted to two main categories of individuals:

1. Non-registered individuals: As per 37 CFR 11.9(a), individuals not registered under § 11.6 may be granted limited recognition under certain circumstances.
2. Nonimmigrant aliens: According to 37 CFR 11.9(b):
   

   A nonimmigrant alien residing in the United States and fulfilling the provisions of paragraphs (d) and (e) of this section may be granted limited recognition if the nonimmigrant alien is authorized by the United States Government to be employed or trained in the United States in the capacity of representing a patent applicant by presenting or prosecuting a patent application.

It’s important to note that limited recognition is granted on a case-by-case basis and is subject to specific restrictions and conditions.

To learn more:

• limited recognition
• non-registered individuals
• nonimmigrant aliens
• patent prosecution