IP CO-PARENTING - HANDLE WITH CARE

Published On: 20/02/2025

Practice Area: Intellectual Property

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Joint ownership of intellectual property assets is a useful ownership structure in some cases. While this arrangement can lead to significant benefits—like shared risks, access to new markets, and pooling of capital—its complexities cannot be overlooked. From clearly defined ownership rights to commercialization and exit strategies, carefully drafted agreements, creating a joint ownership structure, are key to avoiding potential conflicts. In this article, Bharadwaj Jaishankar and Trushita Mehra examine the dynamics of joint intellectual property ownership, highlighting key considerations for creating effective agreements that foster successful and harmonious collaborations.