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Intellectual Property Contribution And Assignment Agreement
"I need an Intellectual Property Contribution and Assignment Agreement under Nigerian law for three freelance software developers who have contributed to our company's main product, transferring all their IP rights to our company effective March 1, 2025, with provisions for future modifications and improvements."
1. Parties: Identification of the Assignor(s) and Assignee(s) with full legal names and addresses
2. Background: Context of the IP creation, existing ownership, and purpose of the assignment
3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms including types of IP being transferred, Effective Date, and other crucial terms
4. Assignment and Transfer: Core provision transferring all rights, title, and interest in the IP from Assignor to Assignee
5. Scope of Assignment: Detailed description of what is being assigned, including all related rights and potential future rights
6. Consideration: Details of payment or other consideration for the IP assignment
7. Delivery and Documentation: Requirements for transferring physical or digital materials and executing additional documents
8. Representations and Warranties: Assignor's warranties regarding ownership, right to assign, non-infringement, and other key assurances
9. Assignor's Obligations: Ongoing obligations including assistance with IP registration, enforcement, and transfer procedures
10. Confidentiality: Obligations regarding confidential information related to the assigned IP
11. Indemnification: Provisions for indemnification in case of breach of warranties or third-party claims
12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of Nigerian law as governing law and jurisdiction for disputes
13. General Provisions: Standard clauses including entire agreement, amendments, severability, and notices
1. Multiple Contributors: Additional provisions when multiple creators or owners are involved in the assignment
2. International Rights: Specific provisions for IP rights in other jurisdictions, including registration and enforcement
3. Future Works: Provisions covering assignment of future improvements or related works
4. Moral Rights: Specific handling of moral rights, particularly relevant for copyright works
5. Registration Procedures: Detailed procedures for registering the assignment with relevant Nigerian IP offices
6. Technology Transfer: Specific provisions required when the IP assignment involves technology transfer requiring NOTAP approval
7. Third Party Rights: Provisions addressing any third-party licenses or rights that affect the assigned IP
8. Employee/Contractor Rights: Additional provisions when the IP was created by employees or contractors
1. Schedule A - Description of Intellectual Property: Detailed description of all IP being assigned, including registration numbers and status
2. Schedule B - Existing Licenses and Encumbrances: List of any existing licenses, permissions, or encumbrances affecting the IP
3. Schedule C - Payment Terms: Detailed payment schedule and terms if the consideration is complex or involves multiple payments
4. Schedule D - Required Registrations: List of all registrations and filings required to perfect the assignment
5. Schedule E - Required Third-Party Consents: List of any third-party consents required for the assignment
6. Appendix 1 - Form of Assignment Notice: Template for official notices of assignment to be filed with relevant IP offices
7. Appendix 2 - Technical Documentation: List and copies of all technical documentation being transferred with the IP
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