MPEP Section 2223, Withdrawal of Attorney or Agent

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2223 Withdrawal of Attorney or Agent

A request by an attorney or agent of record to withdraw from a patent will normally be approved only if at least 30 days remain in any running period for response. See also MPEP § 402.06.

A sample form for a request by an attorney or agent of record to withdraw from a patent is set forth below.

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