
Daniel G. Dobson
Examiner (ID: 18007, Phone: (571)272-9781 , Office: P/2636 )
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| Art Unit(s) | 2634, 2613, 2636 |
| Total Applications | 1095 |
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| Pending Applications | 53 |
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