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Should I transfer intellectual property to a tech startup investor? I need a lawyer - Chember88 - 02-01-2025

I run a small startup, a platform for automated home energy management. I operate inĀ  California. In order to scale the business, I want to attract an investor, but I don't want to hand over the platform code. The investor insists on transferring the code. Do I have to do it?


RE: Should I transfer intellectual property to a tech startup investor? I need a lawyer - Greeds - 02-01-2025

It seems to me that if you were selling a startup, you would be obligated to transfer intellectual property rights, but if you were raising a small round of funding, it would not be necessary. You can consult with attorney David Sharifi, Esq. fromĀ techandmedialaw.com. Contact firms that specialize in corporate law and intellectual property. I think they will be able to help you.