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Intellectual property is a business asset. Securing and commercialization of such rights requires dealings with others, be it a collaborator, business partner, employee, independent contractor, supplier, investor, buyer or seller. Well-drafted agreements will protect intellectual property assets, and ensure a successful business relationship. A clear agreement, where the parties know their rights and obligations, can also avoid costly litigation.
Drafting and negotiating agreements affecting intellectual property requires not only an understanding of the IP assets, but also the client's business goals. Bereskin & Parr's professionals bring to the handling of licensing and transaction matters a wide variety of technical backgrounds and knowledge in fields such as biotechnology, pharmacy, chemistry, computer science, electronics, entertainment and new media, as well as a deep understanding of national and foreign property protection, and experience in drafting and negotiating complex IP agreements. We work closely with other lawyers to structure the deal that best protects our clients' business interests around the world. In addition to being on the transaction team with other law firms in Canada and abroad, our licensing and transaction clients include individual inventors, start-up companies, major national and multi-national concerns, universities, hospitals and research institutions.
Our Services
Bereskin & Parr’s professionals advise and act in all types of intellectual property agreement matters, including the following:
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Due diligence for intellectual property rights
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Assignments and agreements of purchase and sale
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Security agreements relating to intellectual property
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Licenses
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Confidentiality agreements
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Employee agreements
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Consulting/ independent contractor agreements
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Joint venture, research collaboration, business development agreements
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Supplier agreements
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Material transfer agreements
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Marketing agreements |
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