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Cantor Colburn Client Alert: USPTO to End the After-Final Pilot Program
Cantor Colburn offers the following Client Alert on the USPTO's recent announcement that it will end the After-Final Pilot Program.
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently announced that its After Final Consideration Pilot Program 2.0 (“AFCP 2.0”) will expire on December 14, 2024. The AFCP program started in 2013 as part of an effort by the USPTO to reduce the need for Requests For Continued Examination (RCE) by providing an opportunity to obtain consideration of narrowing claim amendments following a “final” Office Action. Because the program could possibly result in allowance and grant of a patent without requiring an additional fee, it has been a popular option for patent applicants.
As always, you should consult with your Cantor Colburn patent practitioner to determine the best strategy for your particular patent situation.
Read the Client Alert in full here.
This alert was written by Todd Garabedian, Ph.D.
For Further Information and Assistance
Please do not hesitate to contact your Cantor Colburn attorney with any questions you may have regarding this matter and anything related to your intellectual property.
Note that each situation has its own unique circumstances and ramifications. This Client Alert is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice.
