Examiner: RESTIFO, JEFFREY J

Analysis

Jeffrey J. Restifo is a prolific examiner in Tech Center 3600, assigned to Art Unit 1751, with 1062 resolved cases. His allowance rate of 79.2% is high, suggesting that he frequently finds applications to be patentable. This robust dataset of 1062 cases provides a high degree of confidence in the examiner's established patterns and favorable disposition.

The median days to allowance is 886, indicating a relatively swift path to grant. The data also shows an interview lift of 10.6%. While the baseline allowance rate of 79.2% is already strong, this lift indicates that an interview can still provide a meaningful boost to the chances of success, potentially resolving minor issues more quickly.

For practitioners, the 1062 resolved cases highlight a consistent and efficient examination process. The 886-day median duration is a positive sign for those seeking timely patent protection. Given the 10.6% interview lift, applicants should consider whether the additional effort of an interview is necessary, though it remains a viable option to further improve the probability of allowance.