Examiner: GORTAYO, DANGELINO N

Analysis

Dangelino N. Gortayo is a highly active examiner in Tech Center 2100, working within Art Unit 2154. With 781 resolved cases, the data provides a robust foundation for understanding his prosecution tendencies. He maintains a high allowance rate of 78.6 percent, which suggests a relatively favorable environment for applicants seeking to secure patent rights.

The impact of interviews is particularly notable, with an interview lift of 29.6 percent. This significant increase in the likelihood of allowance following an interview indicates that Gortayo is receptive to direct communication. Practitioners should strongly consider scheduling interviews to clarify claim scope or resolve technical disagreements, as the data shows this is a highly effective tactic.

Efficiency is another characteristic of Gortayo’s docket, with a median of 1065 days to allowance. This timeline is relatively efficient for Tech Center 2100. The combination of a 78.6 percent allowance rate and a 29.6 percent interview lift makes Gortayo one of the more accessible examiners for applicants, provided they engage actively in the process.