Examiner: LEDERER, SARAH B

Analysis

Sarah B. Lederer is an examiner in Art Unit 3785, which is part of Tech Center 3700. She has 167 resolved cases, providing a clear view of her examination tendencies. The allowance rate for this examiner is 55.7 percent, which is a moderate figure for this tech center. A standout metric in her data is the interview lift of 36.9 percent. This exceptionally high lift suggests that interviews are a very effective way to increase the likelihood of an application being allowed. Practitioners should prioritize interviews as a key component of their strategy.

The median time to allowance is 1223 days, which is over three years and indicates a relatively long prosecution cycle. This 1223-day timeline, combined with the 55.7 percent allowance rate, highlights the importance of the 36.9 percent interview lift. The lift provides a significant opportunity to improve the odds of success and potentially shorten the prosecution process. With 167 resolved cases, the data shows a clear pattern where direct communication leads to better outcomes. Practitioners should use the 36.9 percent lift to overcome rejections more efficiently. The 55.7 percent allowance rate makes Art Unit 3785 a balanced environment, but the interview is the most critical tool for success. The 1223-day median pendency remains the primary benchmark for timeline expectations.