J 12/10 – Re-establishment of rights: Responsibility of the representative for payment of the annuity fees by someone else
J 12/10 of 16.6.2011 – Re-establishment of rights
It is established jurisprudence of the boards of appeal that a European representative, once appointed – and even if the renewal fees are paid by someone else – remains otherwise fully responsible for the application, and that this includes a continuing obligation to monitor time limits, send reminders to the applicant, etc.