Taking Functional Claiming Seriously

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In Person Interview Capability with All Examiners

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“Final” Versus “Non-Final” Office Action

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Proposal 1 Under Pillar 1: OPQA Review

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Regarding USPTO Proposal 2: Automated Pre-Examination Search

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Proposal: Training for Examiners on Compact Prosecution—Interview/Mediation Training

Proposal: Training for Examiners on Compact Prosecution—Interview/Mediation Training Adam J. Gianola Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP To reduce … Continue Reading