
Peter L. Ludwig
Examiner (ID: 12776, Phone: (571)270-5599 , Office: P/3687 )
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| Art Unit(s) | 3627, 3621, 3687 |
| Total Applications | 644 |
| Issued Applications | 206 |
| Pending Applications | 85 |
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