
Benjamin R. Kendall
Examiner (ID: 17131, Phone: (571)272-5081 , Office: P/1718 )
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| Art Unit(s) | 1718, 2896, 1714 |
| Total Applications | 560 |
| Issued Applications | 177 |
| Pending Applications | 80 |
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