Intellectual property contract template uk
Other Names: IP Assignment Contract Assignment of IP Assignment of Copyright Assignment of Trade Mark Assignment of Design Assignment of Patent Intellectual Property Assignment
What we'll cover
- About Assignments of Intellectual Property
- Assignment of Intellectual Property FAQs
- Assignment of Intellectual Property checklist
What is an Assignment of Intellectual Property?
Assignments of Intellectual Property are used to transfer (ie assign) ownership of intellectual property rights (IPRs) (eg trade marks or copyrights) from one party to another. An Assignment of Intellectual Property agreement facilitates an outright transfer of the owner's rights, titles and interests in the particular intellectual property (IP).
When should I use an Assignment of Intellectual Property?
Use this Assignment of Intellectual Property:
- to transfer ownership of intellectual property from the current owner (ie the 'assignor') to a new party (ie the 'assignee')
- to transfer intellectual property rights, including trade marks, copyrights, design rights, and patents
- for IP that is registered in the UK or unregistered IP that’s used in the UK
- for transfers between parties based in the UK only
