Examiner: BEARD, CHARLES LLOYD

Analysis

Charles Lloyd Beard is an examiner in Art Unit 2611 of Tech Center 2600, with a total of 364 resolved cases. The allowance rate pct of 67.9 indicates a favorable likelihood of success for applicants, as more than two-thirds of cases reach a grant. This 67.9 percent rate suggests a positive environment for securing patent rights. The median days to allowance is 1085, which reflects a prosecution timeline that typically involves a significant duration of examination. This 1085-day median indicates that while success is common, it requires a steady and persistent approach over a lengthy period in Tech Center 2600. The 364 resolved cases provide a solid basis for these performance metrics.

The interview lift pct of 35.0 is a critical data point 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. By utilizing an interview, applicants can significantly improve their chances of success beyond the 67.9 percent baseline. This 35.0 percent lift suggests that the examiner is very 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 1085-day median wait time. The data underscores that proactive advocacy is a highly effective tool for navigating Art Unit 2611. Effectively leveraging the interview process can be a key component of a successful prosecution strategy.