24 Aug 2021
Works Made for Hire
Understanding the work made for hire doctrine is crucial to effectively counsel clients (whether the creator of a copyrighted work or an employer or commissioning party) on the client’s rights and how best to achieve their objectives. Learn more about works made for hire in this practice note, including the relevant legal standards and guidance on drafting work made for hire agreements and alternative assignment provisions.
Related Content
- Work Made for Hire Checklist
Use this checklist to determine whether a work created after January 1, 1978 is a work made for hire.
- Work Made for Hire Clause (With Alternate Assignment Language)
Add this clause to agreements with employees and independent contractors to ensure that the copyrights in any deliverables are transferred to the employer or commissioning party.
- Work Made for Hire Agreement (Content Contributor)
Adapt this agreement if your client wishes to retain a contractor to contribute content for publication on the client’s website.
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