Technology Transfer Agreements

Technology Transfer Agreements

At P&N Law Juris LLP, we provide expert legal support for Technology Transfer Agreements, ensuring that your intellectual property and proprietary innovations are protected while enabling seamless collaborations. Whether you’re licensing technology, transferring patents, or entering joint development agreements, our team ensures that your interests are safeguarded.

We specialize in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing technology transfer contracts, ensuring clarity on ownership rights, usage restrictions, confidentiality, and compliance with intellectual property laws. Our expertise extends to cross-border technology transfers, regulatory approvals, and dispute resolution, making sure your business remains secure and competitive.

With a keen focus on risk mitigation and maximizing value, we help businesses leverage technology partnerships effectively. Trust us to handle the legal complexities while you focus on innovation and growth.

Advisory on Structuring Technology Transfer Models

We help clients choose the right legal and commercial structure for effective technology transfers.
  • Evaluating different models: licensing, assignment, joint ventures, or R&D collaborations
  • Advising on exclusive vs. non-exclusive rights and territorial limitations
  • Structuring inbound and outbound technology transfers in line with Indian law
  • Ensuring compliance with sector-specific regulations and foreign exchange laws
  • Aligning the structure with the client's business and operational goals

Drafting and Reviewing Technology Transfer Agreements

Clear, precise agreements are key to successful and enforceable tech transfers. We assist in:
  • Drafting technology licensing, know-how transfer, and IP assignment agreements
  • Defining scope of rights, field of use, and sublicensing permissions
  • Including confidentiality, non-disclosure, and non-compete clauses
  • Drafting royalty, milestone, and lump sum payment terms
  • Ensuring clarity in dispute resolution and termination provisions

Intellectual Property Protection and Safeguards

We ensure that your intellectual assets remain protected throughout the transaction.
  • Ensuring proper registration and ownership of patents, trademarks, and copyrights
  • Advising on technology valuation and IP audits
  • Structuring agreements to prevent misuse or unauthorized disclosure
  • Drafting robust IP indemnity and infringement clauses
  • Addressing open-source and third-party technology risks

Regulatory and Cross-Border Compliance

Technology transfers, especially with foreign entities, require regulatory clarity and approvals.
  • Advising on FEMA and FDI regulations for foreign technology inflows/outflows
  • Obtaining government approvals or clearances when required
  • Ensuring tax compliance, including withholding tax on royalty payments
  • Addressing export control laws and sector-specific restrictions
  • Filing necessary forms with RBI, DPIIT, and other authorities

Negotiation and Risk Mitigation Support

We represent and protect client interests throughout negotiations with domestic or foreign partners.
  • Reviewing counterpart documents for risk elements and red flags
  • Negotiating favorable commercial terms, risk-sharing clauses, and timelines
  • Advising on limitation of liability and force majeure clauses
  • Providing alternatives during deadlocks or disagreements
  • Helping strike a balance between innovation sharing and commercial gain

Support in Dispute Resolution and Enforcement

If conflicts arise, we provide robust legal remedies and enforcement strategies.
  • Advising on jurisdiction, governing law, and arbitration frameworks
  • Representing clients in tech-related disputes, including IP infringements
  • Handling breach of contract or misuse of transferred technology
  • Assisting in enforcement of foreign awards and judgments in India
  • Drafting early-warning and resolution protocols in the agreement