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PLAYBOOK TEMPLATES
Patent License Agreement
A Patent License Agreement grants rights to use, manufacture, or sell an invention covered by a patent. This playbook focuses on negotiating royalty structures, field-of-use restrictions, and ownership of improvements.
Ownership & Derivatives
Negotiation strategy
Ensure that all improvements and derivative works are clearly assigned to the Company. Negotiate for a non-exclusive, royalty-free license for any Contractor-owned improvements.
Secure ownership of any improvements or derivative works created by the Contractor. Propose joint ownership terms for jointly developed IP.
Essential elements
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Background IP Ownership
Retain original IP ownership.
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Improvements Ownership
Assign ownership to creator.
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Joint Development Terms
Plan separate agreement.
Action framework
ACCEPT
Propose edits if ownership terms are unclear or unfavorable.
EDIT
Reject if ownership of background IP is transferred.
ADD
Add clauses for joint development agreements.
PRO TIP
Always clarify ownership and licensing terms to prevent future disputes.
Real-world examples
FAVORABLE
Clear Background IP Ownership
"The ownership of any Background Intellectual Property shall remain with the original owner."
NEUTRAL
Negotiated Improvements Ownership
"Any improvements or derivative works developed during the term of this Agreement shall be owned by the party that creates them."
UNFAVORABLE
"Jointly developed IP shall be owned equally without further agreement."
High-Risk Projects
Alternative scenarios & positions
Cross-Border Collaborations
Address jurisdictional differences in IP laws to ensure enforceability of ownership terms.
Startup Partnerships
For startups, prioritize flexible licensing terms to accommodate future growth and pivots.
Licensing & IPPlaybook Template (Pro both parties)
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WEEK 1
CLM Readiness and Design
Our CX team works with you to understand your contracting challenges, prioritize key workflows, and identify the biggest impact areas. We build a tailored implementation plan that fits your needs.
WEEK 2
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We connect DocJuris to your contract repositories, set up admin and user accounts, and ensure your environment is ready for success.
WEEK 3
Deliver & Test
Your team builds initial playbooks, reviews existing clause libraries, and trains the DocJuris agent to align with your internal standards and negotiation positions.
WEEK 4
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