Keywords: North Dakota, Grant of Nonexclusive License, Manufacture, Use, Sell, Invention, Employee, Employer Description: A North Dakota Grant of Nonexclusive License to Manufacture, Use, and Sell an Invention by Employee to Employer is a legal agreement that grants permission to an employer to utilize an employee's invention for certain purposes. This arrangement ensures that the employer has the authority to manufacture, use, and sell the invention without infringing on any intellectual property rights owned by the employee. There are various types of nonexclusive license agreements specific to North Dakota. Some examples include: 1. Patent License Agreement: This type of agreement grants the employer the right to manufacture, use, and sell a patented invention owned by the employee. It provides legal protection to both parties by defining the terms and conditions under which the invention can be utilized. 2. Trademark License Agreement: Similar to a patent agreement, a trademark license agreement allows the employer to utilize a trademark owned by the employee. This agreement enables the employer to use the trademark for marketing, advertising, or business purposes while ensuring that the employee's intellectual property rights are respected. 3. Copyright License Agreement: In this type of agreement, the employee grants the employer the nonexclusive right to reproduce, distribute, display, or perform copyrighted materials they have created. This empowers the employer to use the employee's creative works without violating the employee's copyright. 4. Trade Secret License Agreement: A trade secret license agreement enables an employer to access and use trade secrets confidentially disclosed by an employee. This agreement serves as a legally binding contract that ensures the preservation of the employee's trade secrets, while still allowing the employer to utilize them for specific business purposes. All these agreements provide a framework for the employee to grant nonexclusive licenses to the employer, allowing the employer to utilize the employee's inventions or intellectual property rights for mutually agreed-upon purposes. It is crucial for both parties to clearly outline the terms, restrictions, and duration of the license to avoid any potential conflicts or legal issues in the future. Consulting with a legal professional familiar with North Dakota state laws is highly recommended ensuring compliance with relevant statutes and regulations.