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Maksym Koval, Esq.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As of 2024, the legal framework governing the transfer and licensing of intellectual property rights in Ukraine, including patents, industrial designs and trademarks, remains relatively unchanged.  As before, these rights are still transferred or licensed through formal agreements, which allows businesses to protect and commercialize their IP assets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1.\u200bIP Transfer Options<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The following options for transferring IP are applicable in Ukraine:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Assignment: this involves permanent transfer of ownership rights.  Once an IP right is assigned, the original owner relinquishes all ownership rights to and control over IP;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 License: a license grants permission to the licensee to use IP rights without transferring ownership rights.  Licenses can be either (a) exclusive, where the licensee is the only party allowed to use IP or (b) non-exclusive, where the IP can be used by multiple licensees; and,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A): in the context of M&A transactions, IP assets are transferred as part of a framework transaction.  IP transfers are often integral to the merging or acquiring company\u2019s strategy to consolidate and enhance its market position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2.\u200bRequisite Documents<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The necessary documents for each of the options listed above include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

a.\u200bAssignment Agreement<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An Assignment Agreement must be signed by both the assignor (the current owner) and the assignee (the new owner), formalizing the transfer of ownership rights.  The transfer of IP ownership through an assignment requires specific submissions to the NIPA.  Once the requisite state fee is paid, the assignment transaction can be officially published for recognition in Ukraine.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Notably, the required documents do not need to be notarized or otherwise legalized if they are signed by authorized legal representatives.  In case of sub-delegation of IP rights, all documents must be duly legalized, certified by Apostille or notarized.  In any case, registration of an assignment agreement is mandatory in Ukraine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

b.\u200bLicense Agreement<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A license agreement contains specific terms and conditions for use of IP.  A well-draftedagreement is vital when the transfer involves granting permission to use IP without outright transferring ownership rights.  In contrast to assignments, the registration of a license agreement is optional under Ukrainian law, but it can be concluded at the request of either the licensor or the licensee.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The underlying documents do not need to be notarized or legalized if they are signed by a duly authorized legal representative, but in cases of sub-delegation the documents must be duly legalized (apostilled) or notarized.  However, we strongly recommend to register IP licenses for legal clarity, because if a license agreement is not registered, it may not be recognized as valid by third parties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

c.\u200bAdditional Documents<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Ukraine, translation of all documents into the state-recognized language is mandatory, regardless of origin of the documents and agreement of the parties, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Power of Attorney: individuals and legal entities must exercise their rights through an intellectual property representative (patent or trademark attorney) duly registered in Ukraine.  This document grants the representative or attorney-in-fact the legal authority to act on the behalf of the client in order to complete the transfer process;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Supporting Documents: including proof of ownership, current IP status and any encumbrances such as existing licenses or legal disputes, must be filed with registration or recognition documents, especially if requested by NIPO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In conclusion, the legal framework for the transfer and licensing of intellectual property rights in Ukraine remains quite stable and largely unchanged.  Businesses can effectively protect and commercialize their IP assets through assignment, licensing or as components of M&A transactions.  Proper documentation and, where necessary, registrations are essential to ensure legal recognition and protection.<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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