A clear strategy for the next response.

Understand the issue

What is the examiner asking?

An Office Action is a written communication from the USPTO identifying issues in an application. Those issues may concern earlier patents or publications, eligibility, the wording of claims, or the application disclosure.

We explain the issues in plain English and examine how the references relate to the claimed technology. The goal is to understand both the examiner's position and the protection that remains meaningful to your business.

Applications filed by another attorney.

We can evaluate taking over a pending matter, subject to conflicts, timing, and review of the file. A useful starting point is the application record, current correspondence, and a short description of what you want to achieve.

We identify the work needed to get familiar with the matter and define the proposed engagement. The initial review is especially important when a deadline is close or the application has a substantial history.

When an action is marked final.

A final rejection changes the procedural choices available; it does not necessarily mean every route has ended. Depending on the record, options may involve an appropriate amendment, continued examination, or appeal.

We assess the available choices, timing, scope, and expected work with you. A response strategy should reflect the value of the subject matter and the resources you want to devote to it.