- Drafting of a legally sound license agreement
- Granting of exclusive or simple rights of use (e.g. software or property rights).
- Determination of license fees, revenue sharing or one-time payments.
- Integrated provisions on liability, warranty, sublicenses, duration and territorial restrictions.
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Do you need professional assistance with a license agreement?
We provide legal certainty—whether you need help drafting or reviewing your license agreement under Swiss law.
Why a legally sound licensing agreement is crucial
A license agreement regulates essential matters such as rights of use, the subject of the license, license fees and liability. Whether software, trademarks, patents or other industrial property rights – both licensors and licensees have clear rights and obligations. Without a precise agreement, there are financial and legal risks in the transfer of licenses, exclusive rights of use or sublicenses.
In Switzerland in particular, certain types of licensing relationships are regulated by law, for example copyright license agreements or licenses that involve end users. In commercial business transactions, it is also important that the payment of license fees and the granting of rights by the licensor and licensee are clearly defined in the contract. The author must be remunerated appropriately, and competition law regulations must also be observed in the case of exclusive license types. A legally secure contract protects both parties—licensee and licensor—and secures the use of software and other industrial property rights in the long term.
Our service packages for license agreements
Service package 1:
Contract drafting - Creation of a license agreement
from CHF 2,000 (plus VAT)
What you can expect:
How long does it take?
Usually 5-7 business days, depending on complexity, type of license and number of contracting parties.
Who is it for?
Ideal for companies, start-ups, software providers, publishers or rights holders who want to grant a license for the first time or want to have an existing template professionally drafted.
What is achieved?
- Legal certainty: Minimization of legal risks when using, granting or transferring licenses through clear, legally valid contract provisions.
- Contract clarity: Comprehensible and clearly worded license agreements that clearly regulate the rights, obligations, and usage limits for both parties.
- Compliance with legal requirements: Consideration of all relevant legal requirements, including antitrust regulations, registry entries and copyright provisions under Swiss law.
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Service package 2:
Contract review
from CHF 500 (plus VAT)
What can you expect?
- Detailed review of an existing license agreement, regardless of whether it concerns software, trademarks, patents or other industrial property rights.
- Analysis of the rights of use granted (e.g., simple or exclusive license), types of licenses, powers to transfer licenses and grant sublicenses.
- Review of license fees, payment terms, revenue sharing, and the economic appropriateness of the remuneration.
- Review of all provisions relating to liability, warranty, territorial validity, contract duration and compliance with legal requirements.
- Feedback round
How long does it take?
Depending on the scope and complexity, usually 3–5 business days.
Who is this package aimed at?
Suitable for companies, agencies, rights holders or licensees who want to have an existing license agreement legally secured or reviewed before signing the contract.
What is achieved?
- Legal certainty: Reduction of liability risks and contractual weaknesses through sound legal analysis.
- Contract clarity: Clear recommendations for linguistic, structural, and legal optimization of the license agreement.
- Compliance with legal requirements: Ensuring that the license agreement complies with the applicable legal requirements in Switzerland.
- Clear basis for negotiations:
How can Vectra Advisors help?
Vectra Advisors are your first choice for drafting and reviewing SaaS contracts. Our LAWYERS+ provide you with straightforward and pragmatic support for every issue. Contact us to get started!
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FAQ: Frequently asked questions about license agreements
An exclusive license grants the licensee sole rights; even the licensor may not use them themselves. With a simple license, both parties remain entitled to use the rights.
The license fee must correspond to the economic use and can be a one-time fee, a periodic fee or a fee based on sales.
Only if specified in the agreement. Often, sublicensing rights must be expressly granted. Antitrust regulations and geographical restrictions must also be observed.
Liability and warranty must be clearly regulated. The licensor guarantees that property rights exist and are valid in relation to the license. If these are missing, this may result in withdrawal, damages, or post-licensing negotiations.
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When concluding a license agreement in commercial business transactions, stricter requirements often apply with regard to clarity, form, and completion. Especially when exclusive rights of use are granted or in the case of certain types of licenses, the agreement must take the interests of both parties into account in a balanced manner.
Use by end users or commercial users also requires precise wording of the rights. Even if certain obligations of the licensee are not explicitly included in the license agreement, they may be legally relevant. A proper review ensures that the license can be transferred properly and that the creator is compensated appropriately.
