Examiner: LUARCA, MARGARET M

Analysis

Margaret M. Luarca is an examiner in Art Unit 3778 of Tech Center 3700. With 499 resolved cases, the examiner maintains an allowance rate of 74.3 percent. This rate suggests a strong probability of success for applicants, with about three-quarters of resolved cases resulting in a grant. Practitioners can use the 74.3 percent figure to benchmark the likelihood of securing a patent in this unit.

The interview lift is 18.7 percent. This data point shows that interviews are an effective tool for moving cases toward an allowance, providing a significant boost to the success rate. Practitioners should leverage the 18.7 percent lift to resolve outstanding issues and improve the chances of a grant, as direct communication appears to be highly productive with this examiner.

The median days to allowance is 1222. This timeline indicates that the prosecution process typically takes over three years. The combination of a 74.3 percent allowance rate and a 1222-day median provides a clear expectation for the duration and outcome of cases. These metrics help practitioners manage client expectations regarding both the timing and the high probability of success.