Office Action Response
An office action is a written communication from a USPTO examiner that raises objections or rejections to your patent application. Receiving an office action is a normal part of the patent process. Most applications get at least one, and it does not mean your patent has been denied.
I review the examiner's objections, develop a response strategy, and draft a written response that addresses each issue. This may involve amending your claims, providing arguments for why your invention is patentable, or clarifying aspects of your application. The goal is to move your application toward approval while preserving the broadest possible claim scope.
Pricing for office action responses varies because each one is different. A straightforward response to a simple objection costs less than a response to a complex rejection with multiple grounds. Contact me with your office action and I will provide a quote.
What's Included
- Review of office action
- Strategy development
- Written response to examiner
- USPTO filing
Timeline
Depends on complexity and response deadline
Ideal For
Applicants who have received an office action from the USPTO and need a professional response to move their application toward approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an office action?
An office action is an official letter from a USPTO examiner explaining any objections or rejections to your patent application. It is a normal part of the examination process and does not mean your application has been permanently denied. Most patent applications receive at least one office action. You typically have 3 months to respond, with extensions available for an additional fee.
Is an office action a rejection?
An office action is not the same as a final denial of your patent. It is the examiner telling you what issues need to be addressed before your patent can be granted. Many office actions contain rejections of specific claims, but those rejections can be overcome by amending the claims or providing arguments. The majority of patent applications that receive office actions eventually result in granted patents after a proper response.