Examiner: BECHTEL, KEVIN M

Analysis

Kevin M. Bechtel is an examiner in Art Unit 2115 of Tech Center 2400, with a total of 468 resolved cases. The allowance rate pct of 70.5 indicates a favorable likelihood of success for applicants, as more than two-thirds of cases reach a grant. This 70.5 percent rate suggests a positive environment for securing patent rights. However, the median days to allowance is 1165, which reflects a prosecution timeline that typically involves a significant duration of examination. This 1165-day median indicates that while success is common, it requires a steady and persistent approach over a lengthy period in Tech Center 2400. The 468 resolved cases provide a solid basis for these performance metrics.

The most significant metric for this examiner is the interview lift pct of 61.3. This exceptionally high lift suggests that conducting an interview is a highly effective strategy for overcoming rejections and securing an allowance. By engaging in direct verbal communication, applicants can dramatically improve their chances of success beyond the 70.5 percent baseline. The 61.3 percent lift is a strong indicator that the examiner is very responsive to verbal clarification of technical issues. Practitioners should prioritize an interview as a primary tactic to overcome obstacles and potentially expedite the 1165-day median wait time. The data underscores that proactive advocacy is a critical tool for navigating Art Unit 2115. Effectively leveraging the interview process appears to be the most reliable path to a favorable outcome with this examiner.