Examiner: ULLAH, SHARIF E

Analysis

Sharif E. Ullah serves in Tech Center 2400 and Art Unit 2495, having completed 464 resolved cases. His allowance rate is 84.7%, which is a strong indicator of a high probability of success for applications on his docket. This 84.7% rate suggests that the examiner is generally receptive to the merits of the cases he reviews. The 464 cases provide a solid dataset for understanding the prosecution landscape in this art unit.

The data also reveals an interview lift of 21.5%, which is a significant double-digit increase in the likelihood of allowance. This suggests that interviews are a highly effective strategy for resolving outstanding issues with this examiner. Furthermore, the median days to allowance is 928, providing a clear expectation for the duration of the prosecution process. The 21.5% lift is a compelling reason for practitioners to engage in direct dialogue to potentially shorten the 928-day median wait.

Practitioners should view the 21.5% interview lift as a primary tool for navigating Art Unit 2495. While the 84.7% allowance rate is already favorable, the impact of an interview can be transformative for more difficult cases. With 464 cases resolved, these metrics offer a reliable guide for strategic decision-making. The 928-day median pendency should be factored into the overall timeline, with the understanding that active engagement can lead to more efficient outcomes.