If someone would like to sell me the complete rights to their book(s), would it be legally binding if I drew up a contract myself?
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If someone would like to sell me the complete rights to their book(s), would it be legally binding if I drew up a contract myself?
If not, what would I have to do so that this self-scribed contract will uphold the purchase of the rights (let’s say for 1 dollar) in a court of law? Must it only be notarized?
Asked on August 5, 2014 under Business Law, New York
Answers:
Shawn Jackson / The Jackson Law Firm, P.C.
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
Well, purchasing the complete rights to a book is not as simple as you might imagine...not only are there copyright issues, but publication and "use" concerns. I would strongly suggest that you have a free consultation on the telephone or email with an attorney of your choice...this is a situaiton where what you don't know can really hurt you.
Shawn Jackson California Business Development Attorney
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