THE ROLE OF THE USPTO EXAMINER vs. THE ROLE OF THE APPLICANT

The Examiner plays a critical role in the prosecution of your US patent application.

  • Read and understand the application
  • Search for prior art
  • Evaluate the specification and claim(s)
  • Respond by issuing office action(s) describing findings
  • Hold interviews, as requested

ROLE OF THE APPLICANT

  • File a complete application
  • Disclose all known prior art
  • Prepare response to examiner office actions on your own or through counsel.