IP audits and due diligence
We review available registrations, contracts, chains of title, licences and known disputes to identify gaps and potential transaction risks.
Intellectual property has practical value when ownership, permissions and commercial arrangements are understood.
Every matter depends on its facts, applicable law and commercial context. The following overview describes areas in which legal support may be relevant. the precise scope of any engagement is agreed separately.
We review available registrations, contracts, chains of title, licences and known disputes to identify gaps and potential transaction risks.
Clear agreements define rights granted, territories, duration, permitted uses, financial terms and responsibilities after termination.
Joint development, research and content partnerships benefit from early agreement on background IP, newly created IP and confidentiality.
Maintaining consistent records, ownership details and renewal schedules supports more reliable management as businesses grow.
We can help identify and organise the legal rights and documents relevant to an IP valuation, while specialist financial valuation is undertaken by qualified valuers.
This overview is general information and not legal advice. It does not create a lawyer to client relationship.