“hearing officer”

This page presents an official legal definition of “hearing officer” from a government source. Additional definitions will be added as jurisdictions publish them.

Jurisdiction: Australia Australia

The officer who hears submissions and makes a decision in an IP Australia hearing requested by a customer. If a customer disagrees with the decision of an examiner, they can escalate the matter to a hearing.

Source: Design Examiners Manual Glossary (IP Australia)