Examiner: JOHNSON, AMY COHEN

Analysis

Amy Cohen Johnson manages a high-volume docket in Tech Center 2800 and Art Unit 2400, with 529 resolved cases. Her allowance rate of 53.7 percent indicates a balanced approach to examination, with more than half of her resolved cases ending in an allowance. This consistency is supported by a large sample size of 529 completed matters, providing a reliable benchmark for applicants.

The interview lift of 21.1 percent suggests that verbal advocacy is effective in her practice. While the baseline allowance rate is 53.7 percent, engaging in an interview further enhances the chances of a positive outcome. Practitioners should consider this 21.1 percent lift when evaluating their prosecution strategy and deciding whether to schedule a formal meeting in Art Unit 2400.

The median days to allowance is 932, which is relatively efficient for the 529 cases resolved. This timeframe suggests that successful applications move through the process at a steady pace. The 932-day median provides a helpful benchmark for applicants planning their intellectual property timelines and managing their portfolios within Tech Center 2800.