Intellectual Property Licensing Agreements and Contracting

Objectives:

• Understand the fundamentals of intellectual property (IP) licensing and contracting.
• Learn how to draft, negotiate, and execute IP licensing agreements.
• Develop an understanding of the legal, economic, and strategic implications of IP licensing.
• Gain practical skills in handling disputes and resolving conflicts in IP licensing.

Introduction to Intellectual Property and Licensing Agreements

• Overview of Intellectual Property (IP) types: patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
• Key concepts in IP law and licensing: rights holder, licensee, and exclusive vs. non-exclusive licenses.
• The role of IP licensing in business strategy and commercialization.
• Basic structure and purpose of a licensing agreement.

Elements of an IP Licensing Agreement

• Key terms and clauses in an IP licensing agreement: scope of license, duration, territory, and exclusivity.
• Payment structures: royalties, upfront payments, lump sums, and milestone payments.
• Intellectual property ownership and protection clauses.
• Confidentiality, non-compete, and dispute resolution provisions.

Negotiation and Drafting of Licensing Agreements

• Best practices for negotiating IP licenses: understanding the needs of both parties.
• Drafting clear and enforceable agreements: common pitfalls and how to avoid them.
• Case studies of successful and problematic licensing agreements.
• Risk management and dealing with infringement or breach of contract.

Enforcement, Disputes, and International Considerations

• Enforcement of IP rights under a licensing agreement: monitoring and protecting rights.
• Resolving disputes: negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and litigation.
• International licensing considerations: cross-border issues, jurisdiction, and enforcement challenges.
• Trends and future developments in IP licensing agreements.

DATE:
1ST BATCH: 11th – 14th Mar, 2025
2ND BATCH: 24th – 27th June, 2025
3RD BATCH: 21st – 24th Oct, 2025