IP Rights Clauses for Employee Agreements (Long Form) | Practical Law

IP Rights Clauses for Employee Agreements (Long Form) | Practical Law

Long-form clauses for the protection of an employer's intellectual property (IP) rights in inventions and other work product, including work made for hire (or work for hire), created by employees. These clauses are intended for use in an agreement with a junior or senior employee who is principally involved in a technical or creative role. These clauses include specific language that aims to protect the employer's IP rights in this context, including treatment of pre-existing IP rights. These Standard Clauses have integrated notes with important explanations and drafting tips.

IP Rights Clauses for Employee Agreements (Long Form)

Practical Law Standard Clauses 7-507-1871 (Approx. 18 pages)

IP Rights Clauses for Employee Agreements (Long Form)

by Practical Law Intellectual Property & Technology
Long-form clauses for the protection of an employer's intellectual property (IP) rights in inventions and other work product, including work made for hire (or work for hire), created by employees. These clauses are intended for use in an agreement with a junior or senior employee who is principally involved in a technical or creative role. These clauses include specific language that aims to protect the employer's IP rights in this context, including treatment of pre-existing IP rights. These Standard Clauses have integrated notes with important explanations and drafting tips.