By Jason Derry --
On July 8, 2007, the Patent Office will release the next version of EFS-Web. As indicated on the Patent Office website, the new features associated with the release will make it possible to:
- E-file Reissue and Reexam applications and follow-on documents;
- Select Accelerated Examination;
- Select only from a list of document descriptions that fit the filing type;
- Enter the International application number for U.S. National Phase filings using either the 14 or 17 character PCT format;
- Attach PCT SAFE zip files in existing applications;
- Monitor status of uploaded and validated documents via a progress bar; and
- Pay multiple terminal/statutory disclaimer fees.
Jason Derry, Ph.D., who graduated with honors from DePaul University College of Law, is a molecular biologist and founding author of Patent Docs.
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