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Licensing

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Are there particular requirements, such as quality control by the licensor, for a trademark licence to be valid?

Switzerland

Da Vinci Partners LLC

Answer ... No, although this could change at some point in the future given decisions in nearby jurisdictions. Therefore, terms like quality control should be governed by the license agreement itself.

For more information about this answer please contact: John Moetteli from Da Vinci Partners LLC

9.2

Must trademark licences be recorded with the trademark office or other governing body?

Switzerland

Da Vinci Partners LLC

Answer ... No, it is optional.

For more information about this answer please contact: John Moetteli from Da Vinci Partners LLC

9.3

Can a licensor lose its rights in a trademark by failing to comply with its obligations under the licence, such as maintaining quality control?

Switzerland

Da Vinci Partners LLC

Answer ... No, unless the license agreement specifically provided for this.

For more information about this answer please contact: John Moetteli from Da Vinci Partners LLC

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Trademarks

Brendan Hughes

Cooley LLP

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John Moetteli

Novella Moetteli-Mantelli

Da Vinci Partners LLC

Switzerland