Examiner: SHIBRU, HELEN

Analysis

SHIBRU, HELEN is an examiner in Tech Center 3700 and Art Unit 2484. The data shows 780 resolved cases for this examiner. The allowance rate is 59.1 percent, which indicates the proportion of grants among resolved applications. Practitioners can use this 59.1 percent figure to evaluate the probability of a successful outcome. The count of 780 resolved cases provides a basis for understanding the examiner's historical trends in this art unit.

The interview lift is 3.5 percent. This metric represents the difference in the allowance rate when an interview is conducted compared to the overall rate of 59.1 percent. An interview lift of 3.5 percent suggests that direct communication with the examiner is associated with a modest increase in the probability of receiving a grant. Practitioners may choose to utilize interviews to address specific rejections or to clarify technical aspects of the claims. This 3.5 percent lift is a factor to consider when developing a prosecution strategy.

The median days to allowance is 1425. This number represents the middle value of the time taken from the start of prosecution to the issuance of a patent. A median of 1425 days provides a timeline for applicants to manage their expectations regarding the duration of the process. The combination of the 59.1 percent allowance rate and the 1425-day pendency characterizes the current prosecution environment. These metrics help in planning the resources and time required for applications assigned to this examiner.