What happens to a practitioner's power of attorney if one of the inventors dies?

In the context of patent law, the power of attorney granted by an inventor to a practitioner does not automatically get revoked upon the death of one of the inventors. This provision is designed to ensure that the remaining inventors can continue to prosecute the patent application without interruption. The power of attorney remains intact, allowing the practitioner to act on behalf of the remaining inventors without needing to re-establish the authority. This is crucial for maintaining the continuity of the patent prosecution process, especially in situations where multiple inventors are involved, and one passes away.

The remaining inventors can still continue with the application, and the practitioner can utilize the existing power of attorney to communicate with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on behalf of the inventors who are still alive. Therefore, the continuity of legal representation and the ability to manage patent affairs are preserved despite the loss of one inventor.