Examiner: BONZELL, PHILIP J

Analysis

Philip J. Bonzell, an examiner in Tech Center 3600 and Art Unit 2855, has 890 resolved cases. His allowance rate of 78.5% shows a consistent pattern of granting patents. The interview lift of 12.3% indicates that interviews provide a meaningful boost to the probability of an allowance. This 12.3% lift is a useful metric for practitioners deciding whether to engage in verbal dialogue. The median days to allowance is 1055, which serves as a standard measure for his prosecution speed.

With 890 resolved cases, the data set is robust. The 78.5% allowance rate suggests a favorable environment for most applications. The interview lift is a practical tool for advancing cases. The 1055-day median helps set realistic expectations for the time to grant. This data from Art Unit 2855 provides a clear foundation for developing a successful patent strategy and managing the typical lifecycle of an application under his review.