This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Department of Commerce - Patent and Trademark Office on July 1, 2017 and used country-wide. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
Q: What is the PTO/AIA/80 Power of Attorney?
A: The PTO/AIA/80 Power of Attorney is a form used to authorize an attorney or agent to represent you in prosecuting patent or trademark applications before the USPTO.
Q: How do I complete the PTO/AIA/80 form?
A: You need to provide your name, address, and the names of the attorney or agent you are appointing. You also need to sign and date the form.
Q: Do I need to file the PTO/AIA/80 form for every application?
A: No, you only need to file the form once to appoint an attorney or agent. They will then be authorized to represent you in all future patent or trademark applications.
Q: Can I revoke the PTO/AIA/80 Power of Attorney?
A: Yes, you can revoke the Power of Attorney by submitting a written notice to the USPTO.
Form Details:
Download a fillable version of Form PTO/AIA/80 by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the U.S. Department of Commerce - Patent and Trademark Office.