It should be clear who created each part, which rights were transferred to the company, on what terms the product may be used, modified or licensed, and how those rights are documented.
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Intellectual Property and Brand Protection in Georgia
Intellectual property work starts by identifying what the client actually owns and how it is used commercially. We advise on trademarks, copyright, software and contractual IP rights, including registration, licensing, transfer and disputes.
Intellectual assets
Legal identification of brands, software, designs and other protected assets.
Rights protection
Assessment of ownership, permitted use and legal authority relating to IP.
Licensing and assignment
Documents for assignment, licensing and arrangements with authors and developers.
Intellectual property services
- Trademark matters
- Copyright and related rights
- Software and source-code rights
- IP assignment agreements
- Licensing and commercial use
- Infringement claims and disputes
Ownership of rights
In technology projects in particular, it is important to identify and document the economic rights in work created by a founder, employee or contractor.
Brand and registration
For trademarks, we first assess the sign, the relevant goods and services classes and the purpose of registration. If the business has international plans, the strategy should not be limited to Georgia alone.
Contracts and disputes
We prepare assignments, licences, confidentiality arrangements and technology agreements. If infringement occurs, we assess the evidence and the legal remedies that are realistically available.
Questions & Answers
Questions about protecting intellectual property
What should a company regulate regarding rights in a software product?
Can you review an intellectual-property agreement?
Yes. We assess the scope of rights, territory, term, remuneration, exclusivity, use of pre-existing materials, liability and the consequences of termination.
Why should rights with employees or contractors be documented in writing?
Informal expectations are often not enough to establish what rights the company actually acquired. Clear written terms reduce later disputes about ownership and permitted use.
Can you assess the risk of using a brand or name?
We can review the available documents, existing rights, contracts and the legal aspects of a potential conflict. The appropriate procedure depends on the type of asset and the business objective.
What should I send for an initial IP review?
Send any registration records, licences, agreements with authors or contractors, a description of the product or brand, and any correspondence relating to the dispute.
Do you need to protect a brand, software product or other intellectual asset?
Tell us what the asset is, who currently owns it and where it is used. From there we can identify whether registration, a contract, an assignment or an infringement response is the right next step.
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