
Erich G. Herbermann
Examiner (ID: 16971, Phone: (571)272-6390 , Office: P/3731 )
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| Art Unit(s) | 3731, 3771, 2910, 3776, 2916 |
| Total Applications | 464 |
| Issued Applications | 391 |
| Pending Applications | 5 |
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