Intellectual Property Transfer

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An intellectual property transfer, commonly executed through an intellectual property assignment agreement, is a legal transaction in which the ownership of intangible assets—such as patents, trademarks, copyrights, or trade secrets—is permanently transferred from one party (the assignor) to another (the assignee). This process is fundamental in corporate acquisitions, employment agreements, and technology commercialization, distinguishing itself from licensing by completely relinquishing the original owner's rights.