Examiner: BLANCHA, JONATHAN M

Analysis

Jonathan M. Blancha is an examiner in Tech Center 2600, working within Art Unit 1779. He has 678 resolved cases, which provides a robust dataset for evaluating his examination trends. His volume of resolutions indicates a consistent and active presence within his assigned art unit. The 678 resolved cases establish a reliable foundation for predicting future prosecution outcomes.

The allowance rate for this examiner is 62.7 percent. This rate suggests that more than six out of ten applications under his review result in a patent grant. The median days to allowance is 1001, which reflects an efficient prosecution timeline. This combination of a 62.7 percent allowance rate and a 1001 median days to allowance makes his docket generally favorable for applicants seeking timely grants.

The interview lift is 10.1 percent. This figure shows that while interviews do increase the probability of allowance, the effect is moderate compared to the baseline allowance rate of 62.7 percent. Given the already high baseline, practitioners might find that the examiner is receptive to well-reasoned written arguments. However, the 10.1 percent lift still supports the use of interviews as a strategic tool to expedite the process or to resolve final points of contention. Practitioners can use the 1001 median days to allowance to set clear expectations for their clients.