Question: Name two types of correspondence that may not be transmitted by facsimile. Answer: Facsimile transmissions are not permitted and, if submitted, will not be accorded a date of receipt in the following situations: A document that is required by…
Question: What are the 3 major types of patent status? Answer: The 3 major types of patent status include: pending applications, abandoned applications, and issued patents. Chapter Details: The answer to this question can be found in chapter 100 of…
Patents are big business for individuals, corporations, and even governments. According to USPTO sources, 325,979 patents were granted in 2015. The following article delves into more details on 2015 patent statistics in charts and graphs. Table of Contents: 1. Patent…
The online version of the PES Patent Bar Review course was completely updated for the March 16, 2016 changes in February. The new changes revolve around the switch from the Edition 9 MPEP + exam notices to Edition 9, Revision 07.2015…
(Why Claims Drafting Strategy Requires More Than Just Legal Knowledge) As patent attorneys or patent agents, a part of your job is to generate a prosecution strategy that is favorable to your client. Strategy comes in many different forms; for…
As you may realize by now, the Patent Bar exam will be updated starting March 16th, 2016. The updates include the switch from the 9th Edition MPEP to the 9th Edition, Revision 07.2015 which includes many changes (and a brand…
It’s hard to believe, but 2016 is right around the corner. Therefore, we’d like to give you some information on the state of the Patent Bar. This includes the new updates planned for next year. Breaking Down the Different MPEP Versions…
The following is an interview with Thane Andrew, founder and owner of The Patent Illustrator LLC. The Patent Illustrator provides patent drawings and designs for patent applications. Even if you’re not interested in starting a career as a patent drafter,…
Are you thinking about preparing for the Patent Bar exam? It’s our goal to create the most efficient and streamlined course available. Here’s a quick list of the latest additions to our Patent Bar review course: 1. We’ve added in…
If you’re preparing for the Patent Bar exam or considering making the switch to a career in patent law, you’ll need to start networking and conducting a job search. In this day and age there are a number of useful…
MPEP Breakdown Course Introduction Download the Worksheet: Patent Bar Tips & Facts
Your Mindset and the Patent Bar
What the Patent Bar Covers Link: Source Materials for the Registration Examination
Why the Exam is so Difficult
MPEP Chapter Overview Download the Worksheet: MPEP Chapters
MPEP Section I Summaries
MPEP Section II Summaries
MPEP Section III Summaries
MPEP Section IV Summaries
MPEP Chapter Hotspot Quiz Difficulty Level: Easy What it Covers: MPEP Classification Type of Quiz: Hotspot Click here to take Quiz! In this quiz you will be shown a block diagram illustrating the different MPEP chapters. You’ll be asked questions…
MPEP Chapter Number to Chapter Topic Matching Quiz Difficulty Level: Easy What it Covers: MPEP Classification Type of Quiz: Matching Click here to take the Quiz! In this quiz you will be asked to match the MPEP chapter number (on…
