Examiner: KWONG, EDMUND H

Analysis

Edmund H. Kwong is an examiner in Tech Center 2100, specifically assigned to Art Unit 2137. He has overseen 332 resolved cases, which offers a robust data set for analysis. The allowance rate is 86.7 percent. This is a very high rate, suggesting a very favorable environment for applicants. Practitioners can expect a high likelihood of success, as 86.7 percent of resolved cases result in a grant. This figure indicates that the examiner is generally reasonable and open to finding allowable subject matter.

The interview lift is 6.8 percent, which shows a modest but positive benefit from direct communication. While the baseline allowance rate is already very high, an interview can still provide a slight boost to the chances of success. The median time to allowance is 852 days. This is a relatively efficient timeline, indicating that cases move through the system at a good pace. Given the 86.7 percent allowance rate and the 852 days of median pendency, the most effective strategy is likely to focus on clear and high-quality initial filings. The 6.8 percent lift suggests that while interviews are helpful, the examiner is already inclined toward granting patents when the requirements are met.