# Manual of Patent Examining Proc. (LawStack MPEP)

> Offline US Patent Examining Procedure manual with advanced search and bookmarking. (iPhone/iPad app by Tekk Innovations LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manual-of-patent-examining-proc-lawstack-mpep/id386017594 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tekk Innovations LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/320464672)
- Category: Reference, Business
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.60/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 26 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 188 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-08-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manual-of-patent-examining-proc-lawstack-mpep/id386017594/reviews.md

## What is Manual of Patent Examining Proc. (LawStack MPEP)?

LawStack's US Manual of Patent Examining Procedure (MPEP) in your pocket. Leave the heavy book at home. You should get this app now.

• Free trial. Extend access via in-app purchase subscription.
• Complete offline access.
• Lightning fast browsing.
• Killer full-text search.
• Email sections to friends.
• Advanced search options.
• Search results show path.
• Search highlighting.
• Saves location on application quit.
• Bookmarks.

Contents:

• Group 100 - Secrecy, Access, National Security, and Foreign Filing
• Group 200 - Types, Cross-Noting, and Status of Application
• Group 300 - Ownership and Assignment
• Group 400 - Representative of Inventor or Owner
• Group 500 - Receipt and Handling of Mail and Papers
• Group 600 - Parts, Form, and Content of Application
• Group 700 - Examination of Applications
• Group 800 - Restriction in Applications Filed Under 35 U.S.C. 111; Double Patenting
• Group 900 - Prior Art, Classification, and Search
• Group 1000 - Matters Decided by Various U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Officials
• Group 1100 - Statutory Invention Registration (SIR) and Pre-Grant Publication (PG Pub)
• Group 1200 - Appeal
• Group 1300 - Allowance and Issue
• Group 1400 - Correction of Patents
• Group 1500 - Design Patents
• Group 1600 - Plant Patents
• Group 1700 - Miscellaneous
• Group 1800 - Patent Cooperation Treaty
• Group 1900 - Protest
• Group 2000 - Duty of Disclosure
• Group 2100 - Patentability
• Group 2200 - Citation of Prior Art and Ex Parte Reexamination of Patents
• Group 2300 - Interference Proceedings
• Group 2400 - Biotechnology
• Group 2500 - Maintenance 
• Group 2600 - Optional Inter Partes Reexamination
• Group 2700 - Patent Terms and Extensions

Comments or questions? Email us at support@lawstack.com.

## Key features

- Complete offline access
- Lightning fast browsing
- Full-text search
- Email sections
- Advanced search options
- Bookmarks

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1-Year Subscription | $99.99 | one-time |
| 3-Month Subscription | $5.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 26)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manual-of-patent-examining-proc-lawstack-mpep/id386017594/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Must pay to use and update

*2022-01-05*

You have to pay a subscription to update the MPEP version or use the software with a current subscription for more than six days.

### 5/5 — Excellent app, very good customer support

*2019-04-23*

I’m studying for the patent bar. This app is extremely useful for that purpose. I upgraded to have the latest version. The customer service is great and knowledgeable.

### 1/5 — Used to be free!

*2016-04-06*

Don't be fooled by the fact that it's "free". It isn't. Once downloaded, it requires an annual subscription of $19 to get access to all the chapters of mpep. 
It used to be free not long ago.

**Developer response:** Hi Iggs82, thanks for your review. The paid version is optional. You don't need to subscribe because we have a free version for old content. But if you want to get continuous update you need to subscribe for $19/year.  Did you accidentally subscribe? Please email me at support@lawstack.com so we can fix it.

### 1/5 — Went from paid to subscription, purchase is no longer valid

*2015-10-04*

Was a Paid app but went to subscription. Now I can't access content after paying for it :-(

**Developer response:** Hi Harold, Im so sorry for the trouble. :( Could you email me at support@lawstack.com? I want to speak with you so we can correct this.

### 1/5 — About to delete this app

*2015-08-02*

App now requires an exorbitant subscription to access publicly available MPEP information. Shameless attempt at a money grab. I am deleting this app now.

**Developer response:** Hi D-burn, thanks for your review. And I'm so sorry that you feel that way. It's not our intention to money grab. You can still keep the free version but if you want to get continuous updates you need to subscribe. I hope you understand, that subscription helps us cover the cost of maintaining the app and the time we spend to provide you continuous update.

### 1/5 — How much per month?

*2015-04-15, version 5.201.20141028*

So much $ per month. Deleting

### 1/5 — Subscription

*2015-03-17*

I have been happily using this app for years, but all of a sudden I need a subscription in order to use it at all. I want my content back. In the meantime this is a complete ripoff.

**Developer response:** Hi DMK thanks for your review. And I'm so sorry that you feel that way. It's not our intention to money grab. You can still keep the free version but if you want to get continuous updates you need to subscribe. I hope you understand, that subscription helps us cover the cost of maintaining the app and the time we spend to provide you continuous update.

### 1/5 — Bait and Switch

*2015-01-08*

I've had this app since 2013 and loved it. Suddenly they require a subscription for the MPEP content, which is available for free online.  I'm very dissapointed.

**Developer response:** thanks for your review. And I'm so sorry that you feel that way. It's not our intention to money grab. You can still keep the free version but if you want to get continuous updates you need to subscribe. I hope you understand, that subscription helps us cover the cost of maintaining the app and the time we spend to provide you continuous update.

### 1/5 — Purchased the App, but now they want more

*2014-12-30*

I purchased this App paying much more than average price for Apps. Now the company has switched to subscription mode asking for same price for 3 months for the content that is free online. They have now denied access to my purchased App. All they do is provide free content, and for that they are trying to charge a ridiculous amount. Extremely greedy!

**Developer response:** thanks for your review. And I'm so sorry that you feel that way. It's not our intention to money grab. You can still keep the free version but if you want to get continuous updates you need to subscribe. I hope you understand, that subscription helps us cover the cost of maintaining the app and the time we spend to provide you continuous update.

### 1/5 — Don't get this app!

*2014-11-23*

After originally buying this app a few years ago for more than $10 dollars, this company switched to an ongoing subscription for about the same price every year (!) and NOT just for updates.  I can no longer access the app without activating the subscription.  No thanks.  Why does Apple allow extortion?

**Developer response:** Hi Dissapointedthoroughly, thanks for your review. And I'm so sorry that you feel that way. It's not our intention to money grab. You can still keep the free version but if you want to get continuous updates you need to subscribe. I hope you understand, that subscription helps us cover the cost of maintaining the app and the time we spend to provide you continuous update.

## Frequently asked questions about Manual of Patent Examining Proc. (LawStack MPEP)

### How do I access the MPEP manual on my device?

The MPEP manual is available through the LawStack MPEP app, which provides complete offline access to its contents on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod. You can download the app and then extend access via an in-app purchase subscription.

### Is the MPEP manual free to use?

The LawStack MPEP app offers a free trial. Full access to the manual's content is available through an in-app purchase subscription, allowing you to extend your usage beyond the trial period.

### Can I search the MPEP manual effectively?

Yes, the app features lightning-fast browsing and killer full-text search capabilities. It also includes advanced search options and search highlighting to help you find specific information quickly.

### Does the MPEP app save my progress?

The app saves your location when you quit, so you can easily return to where you left off. It also allows you to create bookmarks for important sections.

### What content is included in the MPEP manual?

The app contains the complete US Manual of Patent Examining Procedure, covering all groups from 100 (Secrecy, Access, National Security) through 2700 (Patent Terms and Extensions), including specific sections on design and plant patents.

### How often is the MPEP manual updated?

The app was last updated on June 27, 2017, with version 8.601.20170625. While the app itself is updated, the content reflects the MPEP as of that last update.

### What is the age rating for the MPEP app?

The LawStack MPEP app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. It is designed for informational and reference purposes.

### Can I share sections of the MPEP manual with others?

Yes, you can easily email sections of the MPEP manual to friends or colleagues directly from the app. This feature allows for convenient sharing of patent examination information.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 8.601.20170625 — 2017-06-27

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Fixed various minor user interface bugs.

### 8.518.20170226 — 2017-03-08

Thank you for support the LawStack series. This update includes some user interface improvements.

### 8.401.20160626 — 2016-06-28

Fixed some minor UI bugs.

### 8.308.20160403 — 2016-04-07

Bug fixes and UI tweaks.

### 6.301.20151016 — 2015-11-17

iOS 9 updates and new tab bar.

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