Examiner: JAMES, DOMINIQUE NICOLE

Analysis

Dominique Nicole James has resolved 39 cases in Art Unit 2666, which is part of Tech Center 2600. Her allowance rate of 71.8 percent indicates a relatively high probability of success for applicants. Despite the smaller sample size of 39 cases, the 71.8 percent rate provides a useful benchmark for prosecution expectations and suggests a receptive approach to patentability.

The data shows an interview lift of 13.9 percent, suggesting that while interviews are beneficial, they are not the sole driver of the 71.8 percent allowance rate. The 13.9 percent lift implies that written arguments may often be sufficient, though an interview can still provide the necessary push for more complex applications. For the 39 cases analyzed, the 13.9 percent lift remains a tactical option for practitioners.

The median time to allowance for these cases is 1151 days. This 1151-day figure represents the typical duration from filing to grant for the 39 cases analyzed. Applicants should prepare for a timeline of approximately 1151 days while aiming for the 71.8 percent allowance probability. The 1151-day median provides a predictable window for managing client expectations during the prosecution of these 39 cases.