Examiner: BAYS, MARIE D

Analysis

Marie D. Bays examines applications in Art Unit 3728 within Tech Center 3700. She has reached a final resolution in 1748 cases, establishing a very robust historical record for analysis. The allowance rate pct of 74.5 is high, indicating that approximately three out of four applications result in a patent grant. This 74.5 percent rate suggests a favorable environment for applicants. Furthermore, the median days to allowance is 856, which reflects a relatively efficient and fast-moving prosecution timeline compared to other units in Tech Center 3700. The 856-day median indicates that successful applicants can expect a quicker path to grant. The volume of 1748 resolved cases underscores the consistency of these metrics.

The interview lift pct of 19.5 is a significant data point for practitioners. This positive lift indicates that engaging in an interview is correlated with a higher probability of success compared to cases without verbal negotiation. By utilizing an interview, applicants can improve their chances of success beyond the 74.5 percent baseline. This 19.5 percent lift suggests that the examiner is responsive to direct communication and verbal clarification of technical issues. Practitioners should consider an interview as a primary tactic to overcome obstacles and potentially expedite the 856-day median wait time. The data underscores that proactive advocacy is a highly effective tool for navigating Art Unit 3728. The combination of a high grant rate and a relatively fast timeline makes this an efficient environment for prosecution.