Copyright Assignment

This Copyright Assignment puts into effect a legal transfer of copyright that meets the requirements of section 196 of the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth).

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Last updated January 14, 2025

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Copyright Assignment

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What is a copyright assignment?

A copyright assignment is a legal document that transfers ownership of copyright from one party (the assignor) to another (the assignee).
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When should you use a copyright assignment?

You should use a copyright assignment when you want to transfer some or all of your copyright to another person or business.
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What should be in a copyright assignment?

A copyright assignment must be in writing, signed by or for the assignor, and clearly state the rights being transferred.
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Does this document allow for partial copyright transfers?

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Copyright Assignment
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The Legal Risk Score of a Copyright Assignment Template is Medium

Our legal team have marked this document as medium risk considering:

  • The document must be properly executed as a deed.
  • The document allows for the assignment of copyright everywhere, which means the scope of rights transferred is extremely broad, potentially encompassing unknown future uses or technologies.
  • The assignor confirms that no other rights have been granted that would conflict with this agreement, which could pose a risk if this is not accurate and there are undisclosed encumbrances or licenses.

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