Joint Copyright Ownership Agreement

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"I need a Joint Copyright Ownership Agreement for a mobile app that I'm developing with two other software engineers, where we'll each own equal shares and want to establish clear rules for future monetization and licensing from March 2025."

Document background

The Joint Copyright Ownership Agreement is essential when two or more parties collaborate to create or acquire rights in copyrighted works and need to formalize their ownership arrangement. This document, governed by English and Welsh law, is particularly crucial for creative collaborations, joint ventures, or situations where copyright ownership is shared between multiple stakeholders. It provides clarity on ownership percentages, management rights, revenue distribution, and decision-making processes, while ensuring compliance with UK copyright legislation and protecting all parties' interests in the shared intellectual property.

Suggested Sections

1. Parties: Identification and details of all joint copyright owners

2. Background: Context of the agreement and description of the copyrighted work

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement including references to relevant legislation (Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988)

4. Ownership Rights: Specification of ownership percentages and rights, including moral rights under CDPA 1988

5. Management and Control: Decision-making processes and control rights between joint owners

6. Revenue Sharing: Distribution of income and royalties between joint owners

7. Exploitation and Licensing: Rights and procedures for commercial exploitation and licensing to third parties

8. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and circumstances for termination

9. General Provisions: Standard contractual terms including governing law, jurisdiction, and entire agreement

Optional Sections

1. International Rights: Provisions for copyright protection and exploitation in territories outside the UK

2. Derivative Works: Rights and procedures regarding creation and ownership of derivative works

3. Assignment Rights: Conditions and procedures for transferring ownership rights to third parties

4. Dispute Resolution: Specific procedures for resolving disputes between joint owners

5. Competition Law Compliance: Provisions ensuring compliance with competition laws in relevant territories

Suggested Schedules

1. Schedule 1: Description of Work: Detailed description and specification of the copyrighted work

2. Schedule 2: Revenue Distribution: Detailed breakdown of revenue sharing arrangements and calculation methods

3. Schedule 3: Territories: List of territories where rights are exercisable and any territory-specific provisions

4. Schedule 4: Existing Licenses: Details of any pre-existing licenses or agreements affecting the work

5. Appendix A: Original Work Samples: Copies or references to the original work covered by the agreement

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Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ ��Ƶ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

alex.den.21@genieai.co

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