Examiner: RHEE, KELSEY

Analysis

Kelsey Rhee, an examiner in Tech Center 3700 and Art Unit 3785, has handled 34 resolved cases. Her allowance rate of 38.2% indicates a challenging prosecution environment where a majority of the applications do not result in a grant. This baseline rate suggests that applicants should be prepared for a rigorous examination process and a higher likelihood of facing rejections during prosecution.

The median days to allowance is 1316, which points toward a lengthy timeline for those cases that are eventually allowed. However, the data also highlights a significant interview lift of 41.7%. This metric indicates that the probability of allowance increases substantially when an interview is conducted, suggesting that direct communication is an effective tool for overcoming the examiner's objections and improving the 38.2% baseline.

For the 34 resolved cases, the 41.7% interview lift is a vital strategic consideration. The 1316-day median duration underscores the need for proactive measures. Practitioners should prioritize interviews early in the process to take advantage of this high lift and potentially improve the 38.2% baseline allowance rate, making it a more favorable environment for their clients in Art Unit 3785.