Examiner: BATTISTI, DEREK J

Analysis

Derek J. Battisti examines applications in Art Unit 3612 within Tech Center 3700. He has reached a final resolution in 945 cases, establishing a robust historical record for analysis. The allowance rate pct of 51.4 indicates a moderate probability of success, with roughly half of the resolved cases resulting in a patent grant. This 51.4 percent rate suggests that applicants face a balanced examination environment where outcomes are not guaranteed. The median days to allowance is 1048, reflecting a prosecution timeline that typically extends over a significant duration. This 1048-day median indicates that successful applicants should expect a steady but deliberate pace of examination in Tech Center 3700.

The data highlights an interview lift pct of 36.0, which provides a strong tactical advantage for practitioners. This substantial lift indicates that engaging in an interview is highly correlated with an increased probability of allowance compared to cases without verbal negotiation. Given the 945 resolved cases, this 36.0 percent lift is a reliable metric for strategic planning in Art Unit 3612. Practitioners can use the interview process to clarify technical issues and effectively move cases toward the 51.4 percent allowance threshold. Effectively leveraging direct communication appears to be a vital component of a successful prosecution strategy when facing the 1048-day median wait time. The combination of a moderate grant rate and a high interview lift suggests that active advocacy is beneficial.