Intellectual Property Assignment Agreement
This Intellectual Property Assignment Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into on [Date], by and between:
Assignor (Creator/Author): [Full Name / Company Name]
Address: [Assignor’s Address]
and
Assignee (Recipient): [Full Name / Company Name]
Address: [Assignee’s Address]
Together referred to as the "Parties."
1. Assignment of Rights
The Assignor hereby assigns, transfers, and conveys to the Assignee all rights, title, and interest in and to the following intellectual property (the "IP"):
Description of IP: [e.g., software code, designs, inventions, written content, trademarks, etc.]
Title/Name of Work: [If applicable]
Date of Creation: [Date]
2. Scope of Transfer
The rights assigned include, without limitation:
Copyrights and moral rights (to the extent assignable)
Patents and patent applications
Trademarks and service marks
Trade secrets and know-how
All derivative works and related materials
All rights to reproduce, distribute, display, license, and exploit the IP
3. Compensation
In consideration of this assignment, the Assignee agrees to pay the Assignor:
☐ A one-time payment of $[Amount]
☐ Ongoing royalties of [X]% of net revenue
☐ No monetary compensation (if IP was created under employment or contract terms)
4. Warranties and Representations
The Assignor represents that:
They are the sole creator and owner of the IP
The IP is original and does not infringe on third-party rights
The IP is free from any encumbrances, liens, or legal disputes
They have full right and authority to make this assignment
5. Further Assurances
The Assignor agrees to execute any additional documents and cooperate as reasonably requested to confirm and enforce the rights assigned under this Agreement.
6. Confidentiality
The Assignor agrees to maintain confidentiality with respect to any proprietary information relating to the IP or the Assignee’s business.
7. Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [State/Country].
8. Entire Agreement
This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the Parties and supersedes all prior discussions or agreements relating to the subject matter.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Intellectual Property Assignment Agreement as of the date first written above.
Assignor Signature
Name:
Date:
Assignee Signature
Name:
Date:
Intellectual Property Assignment Agreement
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Intellectual Property Assignment Agreement FAQ
What is an Intellectual Property Assignment Agreement?
A legal document clearly transferring ownership of intellectual property rights from one party to another.
Why do you need an IP Assignment Agreement?
Clearly secures ownership of IP rights, prevents future disputes, and ensures clarity in IP asset transfers.
When should you use an IP Assignment Agreement?
Use when transferring rights of patents, copyrights, trademarks, or inventions.
How to write an IP Assignment Agreement?
Clearly define IP assets being transferred, compensation terms, rights retained (if any), and signatures.
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