#25 Former USPTO Patent Examiner Shares His Advice for Patent Practitioners
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Chris and Megan interview patent attorney Ryan Schneer about his experience as a patent examiner. Ryan discusses some of the benefits and challenges of working in a newly formed art unit and shares valuable insights into the organizational hierarchy at the USPTO. Based on his experience working on both sides of the table, Ryan shares his advice for patent practitioners.
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