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I will draft an IP assignment agreement for software developers in the USA
Licensed US Attorney Delivering Legally Binding Compliance Ready Business Docu
Licensed US Attorney (Bar #253032) specializing in business contracts, tech agreements, and SMS marketing compliance. I help US startups, SaaS founders, contractors, and marketing agencies protect the...
About this Gig
Who legally owns the software your developer built?
Without a proper IP assignment agreement, that answer may not be you.
I'm Melissa, a licensed US Attorney (Bar #253032), and I draft enforceable IP assignment agreements that ensure complete intellectual property ownership transfers from developers to your company clearly and permanently.
What's included:
Full IP transfer and ownership clause
Work-for-hire legal language
Moral rights waiver
Developer warranties and representations
Prior IP carve-out protections
Future works coverage
Governing law and jurisdiction clause
Ideal for:
Tech startups hiring freelance developers
SaaS companies protecting source code
App founders securing their IP before funding
CTOs onboarding development contractors
Investors, acquirers, and partners will require clean IP chain of title. Protect it now before it becomes a costly problem.
Order today and own what you paid to build
Field of law:
Intellectual property
Target country:
Worldwide
Agreement type:
NDA
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FAQ
Is a verbal agreement or email enough to transfer IP ownership?
No. Under US copyright law, intellectual property created by an independent developer belongs to the developer by default not the company paying for the work unless there is a signed written assignment agreement. A verbal agreement or email is not sufficient to transfer IP ownership.
What is a "prior IP carve-out" and why does it matter?
A prior IP carve-out clause identifies any pre existing tools, libraries, or code the developer owned before your engagement and excludes them from the assignment. This protects you from unknowingly "owning" IP that was already licensed to or used by others, which could create legal conflicts.
Can this agreement cover a developer who is also a co-founder?
Yes, but co-founder IP situations involve additional considerations beyond a standard IP assignment. If your developer is also a co-founder or equity holder, please mention this when placing your order so I can tailor the document appropriately.
What state law will govern the agreement?
I will draft the agreement to be governed by your specified US state's law. If you are unsure which state to choose, I will advise you based on your business structure and location.
Does this agreement work for offshore or international developers working on US projects?
Yes. The agreement can be structured to apply US law regardless of where the developer is located, which is standard practice for US companies engaging international development talent.
