Examiner: LAM, ELIZA ANNE

Analysis

Eliza Anne Lam in Art Unit 3626 has resolved 558 cases with an allowance rate of 38.4%. The median days to allowance is 1592, indicating a difficult and lengthy prosecution path in Tech Center 3700. The 558 resolved cases suggest that the 38.4% allowance rate is a persistent challenge for applicants in this unit.

The interview lift of 31.3% is a key strategy for this examiner. Although the 38.4% allowance rate is low, an interview can provide a much-needed boost to the chances of success. Given the 1592-day median, practitioners should engage early to try and improve these odds. The 31.3% lift indicates that the examiner is responsive to direct communication. Strategy should focus on leveraging this 31.3% lift to overcome the 38.4% baseline. The 1592-day timeline requires patience, but the interview offers a clear path to a more favorable outcome. Practitioners should prioritize verbal advocacy to navigate this challenging environment effectively.