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Contracts

May 8, 2012

Six key points for negotiating brand licensing agreements

Learn a few strategies to get the most out of your licensing agreements. By Scott Hervey of Weintraub Genshlea Chediak Tobin & Tobin


By Scott Hervey


Brand licensing transactions can be structured a variety of ways. However the fundamental purpose remains the same: letting a third party enjoy the goodwill and economic value associated with an established mark. Regardless of the structure of the transaction, below are six deal points that all licensors need to consider.

* Consider equity.


Most licensing transactions take the form of a contractual relationshi...

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