Tech Transfer / R&Ds Collaborations
Transforming knowledge into commercial success
Technology transfer facilitates the commercialization of innovations, bridging the gap between research and market application.
It drives economic growth, fosters innovation, and accelerates technological advancements across industries.
However, it presents legal challenges for all stakeholders including innovators/ researchers, Research Centers and Universities as well as industry, such as define IP ownership and protecting intellectual property rights, negotiating equitable licensing agreements, managing confidentiality and data sharing and addressing cross-border jurisdictional issues.
Proactive legal strategies are essential to navigate these complexities, enabling effective collaboration and maximizing the impact of technology transfer initiatives.
HOW CAN ZK LAW HELP CLIENTS
ZK Law supports Researchers / Innovators, Research Institutions and universities as well as industry players and Investors in structuring and managing technology transfer agreements and R&D collaborations to ensure seamless partnerships that foster innovation and commercialization.
Our Services:
- Advising on IP strategy of research outputs
- Assisting with the filing of patents for new inventions and technologies, including both domestic and international applications
- Guiding the protection of trademarks and copyrights associated with research products and software.
- Advising on the best licensing model and drafting and negotiating licensing agreements
- Advising on the formation of joint ventures and strategic partnerships to develop and commercialize research findings and drafting agreements for collaborative research projects
- Preparing Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs)
- Assisting with the formation of startups or spin-outs, including advising on legal and ownership structure, governance, and initial filings
- Advising on Equity distribution and Investment Structuring securing venture capital or grant funding
- Ensuring compliance with research ethics, data privacy laws, and industry-specific regulations
- Advising on legal requirements tied to grant funding and compliance with conditions set by government agencies or private funders
- Drafting NDAs to protect sensitive information shared with third parties in research and commercialization discussions
- Representing Tech Transfer Offices in disputes involving IP ownership, contract interpretation, and licensing terms
- Assisting in enforcing IP rights, including infringement actions, cease-and-desist letters, and settlement negotiations
- Providing training for university researchers and TTO staff on IP rights, patenting, and licensing strategies
- Offering training on compliance with legal standards for research ethics, data privacy, and commercialization practices
- Assisting with the creation and implementation of university Tech Transfer Regulations and wide policies helping to establish clear procedures for the evaluation, protection, and commercialization of research outputs.
- Reviewing and negotiating terms of grant agreements to ensure compliance with institutional policies and IP protection
- Advising on securing private and public investment for technology commercialization, including venture capital and angel investment negotiations
For expert legal advice on tech transfer and R&D collaborations, contact our team.