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Trademark License Agreement

A Trademark License Agreement permits the use of a registered mark under defined quality and brand standards. This playbook covers negotiation of territorial rights, royalty models, and enforcement of brand integrity.

Dispute Resolution & Governing Law

Why This Matters: Protracted or unpredictable dispute processes increase legal costs and delay remedies. Clear governing law and dispute mechanisms provide certainty and minimize enforcement hurdles.

Negotiation strategy

If you're the Licensor:

Ensure the dispute resolution mechanism aligns with the company's strategic interests. Opt for arbitration to maintain confidentiality and control over the process.

If you're the Licensee:

Negotiate for a jurisdiction that is favorable or neutral to your interests. Consider court proceedings if arbitration costs are prohibitive.

Essential elements

1

Arbitration Clause

Settles disputes via arbitration.
2

Court Proceedings

Legal action in specified courts.
3

Governing Law

Jurisdiction laws governing agreement.

Action framework

ACCEPT

Propose edits if the arbitration location or institution is unfavorable.

EDIT

Reject if the clause imposes unfair jurisdiction or procedural rules.

ADD

Add if clauses are missing to ensure clarity and predictability.

PRO TIP

Always verify the neutrality and efficiency of the chosen dispute resolution mechanisms.

Real-world examples

FAVORABLE

Preferred Arbitration Clause

"Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to this Agreement, or the breach, termination, or invalidity thereof, shall be settled by arbitration in accordance with the rules of the [specified arbitration institution]. The arbitration shall be conducted in [neutral location], and the language of the arbitration shall be [language]. The award rendered by the arbitrator(s) shall be final and binding on the parties."
NEUTRAL

Fallback Court Proceedings Clause

"In the event that arbitration is not applicable, the parties agree that any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be brought exclusively in the courts of [neutral jurisdiction]. Each party irrevocably submits to the jurisdiction of such courts and waives any objection to the venue or convenience of the forum."
UNFAVORABLE

Unilateral Jurisdiction Clause

"All disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of [one party's jurisdiction], regardless of the other party's location or preference."

Alternative scenarios & positions

High-Risk Projects

For high-risk projects, ensure the dispute resolution process is robust and includes multiple layers of review to mitigate potential losses.

Cross-Border Transactions

In cross-border transactions, select a neutral jurisdiction for arbitration to avoid bias and ensure enforceability across borders.

Small-Scale Agreements

For small-scale agreements, consider simplified dispute resolution processes to reduce costs and expedite resolutions.

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