When Should the Oath Be signed?

The oath is a significant, serious requirement.  The inventor must sign an oath, and this should be the last thing done before the application is filed.  Make it a habit to get the assignment done at this time also.

What should you do if you spot a typo after the oath is signed?  Don’t simply change it; what you file must be what was the subject of the oath.  If it is in fact a typo, file the original as signed, then also at the time of filing file a preliminary amendment fixing the typo.  If it is more material than a typo, fix it and get the oath resigned.  

`© Robert Rose 2015