This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Department of Commerce - Patent and Trademark Office on January 1, 2023 and used country-wide. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
Q: What is the purpose of Form PTO/437-JP?
A: Form PTO/437-JP is used to file a combined petition to make special under the Expanded Collaborative Search Pilot Program between the USPTO and JPO.
Q: What is the Expanded Collaborative Search Pilot Program?
A: The Expanded Collaborative Search Pilot Program is a cooperative effort between the USPTO and JPO to enhance the quality and efficiency of patent examination by sharing search results.
Q: Who can file Form PTO/437-JP?
A: Form PTO/437-JP can be filed by applicants who have received a positive written opinion or an international search report for a corresponding international application.
Q: Is Form PTO/437-JP available in both English and Japanese?
A: Yes, Form PTO/437-JP is available in both English and Japanese.
Q: What are the benefits of participating in the Expanded Collaborative Search Pilot Program?
A: Participating in the program can lead to faster examination and higher quality patents by leveraging shared search results from both USPTO and JPO.
Q: Are there any fees associated with filing Form PTO/437-JP?
A: No, there are no fees associated with filing Form PTO/437-JP.
Form Details:
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