Examiner: HESTER, HOLLEY GRACE

Analysis

Holley Grace Hester is an examiner in Art Unit 1748, part of Tech Center 1700. She has overseen 66 resolved cases, providing a sufficient sample to identify her prosecution trends. Her allowance rate is 66.7 percent, which is a solid indicator of a fair examination process. This rate suggests that two-thirds of the applications she reviews result in a granted patent, provided the claims are well-supported. The 66 resolved cases establish a reliable baseline for predicting outcomes in Art Unit 1748.

The interview lift of 40.8 percent is a very strong positive sign for applicants. This lift suggests that direct communication with the examiner can significantly improve the chances of obtaining an allowance compared to the 66.7 percent baseline. By conducting an interview, practitioners can address the examiner's concerns more directly and potentially find a path to allowable subject matter. The 40.8 percent lift is a highly valuable data point for strategic planning in Tech Center 1700.

The median days to allowance for applications under her review is 1186. This timeline is a useful benchmark for managing expectations regarding the duration of the patent process. The 1186-day median pendency, combined with the 66.7 percent allowance rate, highlights the importance of using tools like the 40.8 percent interview lift to navigate the process. The 1186-day duration is a key metric for long-term planning in Art Unit 1748.