Filing Copyright Applications

Drafting a copyright application involves preparing the necessary documentation to formally register a work for copyright protection with the appropriate copyright office as per jurisdictional requirement. With in-depth knowledge of Copyright law, our Copyright attorneys expertise in: 

• Identify the Work: Clearly identifying the work to be copyrighted. Describing the work in detail, including its title, nature, and any unique characteristics that distinguish it.
• Authorship Information: Seeking information about the author or authors of the work. Including their full names, contact details, and any other relevant information.
• Creation Date: determining the duration of copyright protection.
• Ownership Information: evaluating who owns the copyright to the work. If the work was created as part of employment or under a contract, include details about the arrangement.
• Rights and Permissions: Indicating any rights or permissions associated with the work, especially if the work includes elements that are not solely owned by the author.
• Depository Material: Some copyright offices may require the submission of copies or samples of the work. Preparing any required depository material according to the copyright office’s specifications.
• Application Form: Completing the copyright application form provided by the relevant copyright office. Ensuring that all required fields are accurately filled out.
• Fees: Informing the creator of any applicable fees associated with the copyright registration process. Check the copyright office’s fee schedule and payment methods.
• Supporting Documents: seeking supporting documents required by the copyright office. This could include a statement of authorship, transfer of rights documents, or any other documentation specified by the office.
• Power of Attorney: drafting power of attorney on behalf of the client.
• Review and Submission: Carefully reviewing the completed application and all supporting documents. Ensuring that everything is accurate and in compliance with the copyright office’s requirements. Submitting the application as per the specified procedures.
• Confirmation and Record Keeping: Keeping a record of the copyright registration confirmation and any communication from the copyright office. This documentation serves as proof of copyright registration.

Time duration: This process usually takes 1-3 days as per requirement.

A. Copyright filing

Copyright filing typically involves applying to the relevant copyright office to register any creative work for copyright protection as per jurisdictional requirements. We provide following services:

B. Domestic filing: 

Source: Indian Copyright Registry

Obtaining appropriate copyright form as per the classification of the targeted copyright (Form XIV is used for literary, dramatic, musical, and artistic work)

Payment of prescribed fees (the fees may vary depending upon the type of work and mode of filing)

Gathering information (example, manuscripts, recordings, or other representations of the work)

Submitting the completed application form along with the necessary documents and the prescribed fee to the Copyright Office in India. 

Receiving acknowledgement receipt

Our well-systemized filing services assure fortified and swiftly timed/quick-paced/fast paced copyright filings.

C. International filings:

There is no single “international copyright filing” that provides protection for your work worldwide. Copyright protection is generally territorial, meaning it is granted by individual countries based on their own laws and regulations. However, there are international treaties and conventions that facilitate the recognition and protection of copyright across multiple countries. Some key aspects considered for international copyright protection are:

Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works:
The Berne Convention is one of the most significant international agreements governing copyright. It establishes the principle of “national treatment,” which means that each member country must provide the same level of protection to the works of nationals from other member countries as it provides to its own nationals.

WIPO Copyright Treaty (WCT) and WIPO Performances and Phonograms Treaty (WPPT):
These treaties, administered by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), address digital rights and the protection of performances and phonograms. Many countries have acceded to these treaties, which complement the Berne Convention.
We cater our wide clientele to international copyright filing by:

• • Initiating national registration
  • Understanding and providing assistance with respect to international treaties (to understand eligibility of an application)
  • Carrying out WIPO international registration: WIPO offers the International Copyright System (ICS), allowing creators to register their works in a centralized system. However, it’s important to note that this system doesn’t grant international copyright but provides a convenient way to record information about your work.
  • Providing support with respect to the application of copyright notices: Include a copyright notice on your work with the © symbol, the year of first publication, and the name of the copyright owner. This can help inform others of your rights.
  • Considering local laws: researching copyright laws of specific countries where the applicant requires additional protection

Time duration: 2-5 working days as per requirement.