I will draft a startup invention assignment agreement for employees attorney
Licensed US Attorney, Protecting Your Startup's IP and Future
About this Gig
If your employees or independent contractors are writing code, designing products, or creating content, who legally owns it? By default, the creator often retains the rights. To secure your startup, every hire must sign an Invention Assignment Agreement (also known as a PIIA).
I am Jaclyn Louise Anderson, a licensed U.S. Attorney (Bar #011075). I draft investor-grade Proprietary Information and Inventions Assignment agreements. This is a mandatory document for tech startups, SaaS companies, and creative agencies.
My Custom Agreements Ensure:
- Your company automatically owns 100% of all work product created
- Strict confidentiality regarding trade secrets and internal data
- Protection against employees using your IP for their own side-hustles
- Total compliance for future venture capital due diligence
Hiring without this document is a massive legal liability. I will provide you with a master template you can use for all future onboarding.
Ensure your startup actually owns the products it builds. Message me now to secure your legal foundation.
Field of law:
Business (corporate)
Target country:
United States
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FAQ
What is a PIIA?
PIIA stands for Proprietary Information and Inventions Assignment. It is the gold-standard contract ensuring your startup owns all IP created by your team.
Do independent contractors need to sign this too?
Absolutely. In fact, it is even more critical for contractors, as copyright law heavily favors freelance creators unless a written assignment exists.
Does this cover work an employee does on the weekend?
I can include specific clauses that claim ownership of relevant IP created during employment, even off-hours, provided it relates to your business.
Why is this critical for fundraising?
Investors will not fund a startup if there is any ambiguity about who owns the core product. Missing employee IP agreements is a top reason funding falls through.
Can I use this document for all my future hires?
Yes! I will draft this as a master agreement. You can reuse it for onboarding future employees by simply updating the names and dates.
