An Operating Agreement governs internal management and ownership rights of a limited liability company. This playbook highlights voting procedures, capital contributions, and dissolution mechanics.
Why This Matters: Loss of confidential or IP rights can erode competitive advantage and expose the party to legal claims.
Negotiation strategy
If you're the Company:
Ensure that confidentiality obligations are clearly defined and include survival periods post-termination. Confirm that all intellectual property created under the agreement is owned by the Company.
If you're the Members:
Negotiate for a reasonable scope of confidentiality obligations and ensure that any IP rights granted are limited to the purpose of the agreement.
Essential elements
1
Confidentiality Obligations
Protects disclosed confidential information.
2
IP Ownership
Defines ownership of created IP.
3
IP Licensing
Grants rights to use IP.
Action framework
ACCEPT
Propose edits if the confidentiality period is too short or IP rights are not clearly assigned.
EDIT
Reject if the clause allows for broad use of confidential information without restrictions.
ADD
Add clauses if confidentiality or IP terms are missing or insufficient.
PRO TIP
Always ensure that confidentiality obligations survive the termination of the agreement for a specified period.
Example clauses
FAVORABLE
Strong Confidentiality Clause
"Each Party agrees to maintain in strict confidence all Confidential Information disclosed by the other Party..."
NEUTRAL
Standard IP Licensing Clause
"Subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the disclosing Party hereby grants..."
UNFAVORABLE
Weak Confidentiality Terms
"Confidential Information may be disclosed to third parties without restrictions..."
Fallbacks
Cross-Border Transactions
Cross-border transactions may require additional considerations for confidentiality and IP rights due to varying legal standards.
Joint Ventures
In joint ventures, ensure that IP ownership and confidentiality obligations are clearly defined to avoid disputes.
Technology Licensing
Technology licensing agreements should specify the scope of IP use and include robust confidentiality terms.
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