
William M. Pierce
Examiner (ID: 5925, Phone: (571)272-4414 , Office: P/3711 )
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| Art Unit(s) | 3304, 3711 |
| Total Applications | 2370 |
| Issued Applications | 1401 |
| Pending Applications | 116 |
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