
Erich G. Herbermann
Examiner (ID: 12950, Phone: (571)272-6390 , Office: P/3731 )
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| Art Unit(s) | 3731, 2916, 3771, 3776, 2942, 2910 |
| Total Applications | 463 |
| Issued Applications | 391 |
| Pending Applications | 3 |
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