Intellectual Property Assignment Agreement Template for New Zealand

1. Moral Rights: For copyright works, addressing waiver or assertion of moral rights

2. Employee Obligations: Used when the assignment involves IP created by employees

3. Tax Provisions: When the assignment has significant tax implications requiring specific provisions

4. Third Party Rights: When the IP involves licenses or rights granted to third parties

5. Registration: When the IP requires registration or recording of the assignment with IP offices

6. Existing Licenses: When dealing with IP that has existing licenses that need to be addressed

7. Development and Improvements: When future improvements or developments of the IP need to be addressed

8. Indemnification: Specific indemnities beyond standard warranties, used for high-value or high-risk transfers

1. Schedule 1 - Intellectual Property Description: Detailed description of all IP being assigned, including registration numbers, dates, and jurisdictions

2. Schedule 2 - Existing Licenses and Encumbrances: List of all existing licenses, security interests, or other encumbrances affecting the IP

3. Schedule 3 - Assignment Forms: Specific forms required for recording the assignment with various IP offices

4. Schedule 4 - Payment Terms: Detailed payment schedule and terms if the consideration is complex or involves multiple payments

5. Appendix A - IP Documentation: Copies of relevant IP certificates, registrations, and other supporting documentation