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Sublicensable License for Germany

Sublicensable License Template for Germany

A comprehensive legal agreement governed by German law that grants a licensee both the right to use intellectual property and the authority to sublicense that intellectual property to third parties. The document incorporates specific provisions required under German civil law (BGB) and relevant intellectual property statutes, while addressing the complex relationships between the original licensor, the primary licensee, and potential sublicensees. It includes detailed terms for quality control, revenue sharing, and the maintenance of intellectual property rights throughout the licensing chain, ensuring compliance with German and EU competition laws.

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What is a Sublicensable License?

This Sublicensable License agreement is designed for use in situations where a rights holder wishes to allow a licensee to not only use their intellectual property but also grant further licenses to third parties. The document is structured in accordance with German law requirements and is particularly valuable for businesses seeking to expand their market reach through authorized distributors or partners. It contains comprehensive provisions for protecting the original IP owner's rights while enabling commercial exploitation across multiple tiers of licensees. The agreement addresses key aspects such as quality control, royalty structures, reporting requirements, and termination consequences, specifically tailored to comply with German civil law and EU regulations. This type of agreement is commonly used in technology transfers, software distribution, franchise arrangements, and other scenarios where a hierarchical licensing structure is beneficial for market expansion.

What sections should be included in a Sublicensable License?

1. Parties: Identification of the licensor and licensee with full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of the intellectual property being licensed

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Licensed Property', 'Territory', 'Sublicensees', etc.

4. Grant of License: Scope of the license, including explicit right to sublicense, territories, and fields of use

5. Sublicensing Rights and Obligations: Specific terms governing the licensee's right to grant sublicenses, including any restrictions or requirements

6. Payment Terms: License fees, royalties, and payment structures, including any sublicense revenue sharing

7. Protection of Intellectual Property: Obligations regarding IP protection, maintenance, and enforcement

8. Quality Control: Standards and requirements for use of the licensed property

9. Representations and Warranties: Statements regarding ownership, right to license, and other key assurances

10. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and circumstances for termination

11. Effect of Termination: Consequences of termination on existing sublicenses

12. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information exchanged under the agreement

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of German law and jurisdiction

14. Miscellaneous: Standard boilerplate provisions including severability, entire agreement, etc.

What sections are optional to include in a Sublicensable License?

1. Minimum Performance Requirements: Used when specific performance targets are required for maintaining the license

2. Audit Rights: Include when licensor needs right to audit licensee's and sublicensees' activities

3. Insurance Requirements: Required when licensed property carries specific risks requiring insurance coverage

4. Source Code Escrow: For software licenses where source code access might be needed

5. Export Control: Include when licensed property may be subject to export restrictions

6. Improvements: Used when parties want to address rights to improvements made to the licensed property

7. Competition Restrictions: Include specific non-compete provisions if needed, ensuring compliance with German competition law

8. Support and Maintenance: Include when ongoing technical support or maintenance is part of the license

What schedules should be included in a Sublicensable License?

1. Schedule A - Licensed Property: Detailed description of the intellectual property being licensed

2. Schedule B - Territory: Detailed definition of geographic territories where license and sublicenses may be granted

3. Schedule C - License Fees and Royalties: Detailed payment terms, rates, and calculation methods

4. Schedule D - Technical Specifications: Technical requirements and standards for using the licensed property

5. Schedule E - Approved Form of Sublicense: Template or minimum terms required in sublicense agreements

6. Schedule F - Quality Control Standards: Detailed quality requirements and testing procedures

7. Appendix 1 - Reporting Templates: Standard forms for required periodic reports

8. Appendix 2 - Contact Details: Key contacts for various aspects of license administration

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Genie AI | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

Jurisdiction

Germany

Publisher

Genie AI

Document Type

License Agreement

Sector

IP

Cost

Free to use
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Relevant Teams

Legal

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Research and Development

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Legal Counsel

Intellectual Property Manager

Licensing Director

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