Examiner: BAILEY, JOHN D

Analysis

John D. Bailey, an examiner in Tech Center 3700 and Art Unit 3661, has 398 resolved cases. The allowance rate is 78.9%, and the median days to allowance is 958. These metrics suggest a favorable and predictable path to allowance for applications on his docket.

The interview lift of 17.2% over the 78.9% baseline provides a significant boost to the chances of success. This indicates that Examiner Bailey is open to resolving issues through direct communication and that interviews are a highly effective tool. With 398 resolved cases and a 958-day median pendency, the examiner has a solid track record of allowing applications, and interviews appear to be a productive way to ensure a positive outcome. Practitioners should consider an interview to capitalize on the 17.2% lift and potentially speed up the 958-day timeline. The 78.9% allowance rate combined with a strong interview lift makes this an accessible docket for securing patent grants.