Non-duty Hours Legal Studies
See CBA Article 43
Legal training covered by this program is specifically directed to non-duty time training.
When funding is available, the agency will reimburse participants for tuition and a limited amount for books/materials for classes taken for credit towards a juris doctor. To be eligible, an employee must have at least 2 years of USPTO experience, meet performance requirements and sign a continuing service agreement. Please see details in the CBA.
Note that funding is not guaranteed year to year.