A trademark security agreement in Oklahoma refers to a legal document that establishes a lien or pledge on intellectual property assets, particularly trademarks, to secure a loan or debt. It is a contractual agreement between a debtor and a creditor that ensures the creditor has the right to recover their investment by seizing and selling the trademark if the debtor fails to fulfill their financial obligations. The Oklahoma trademark security agreement is governed by the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) Article 9, which outlines the laws and regulations regarding secured transactions and the creation of security interests. This agreement is crucial for lenders as it provides them with a legal remedy to recoup their losses if the borrower defaults on the loan. Types of Oklahoma Trademark Security Agreements: 1. General Trademark Security Agreement: This type of agreement allows the creditor to secure any and all trademarks owned by the debtor. It includes present and future trademarks and provides protection for the creditor against any potential assets added to the debtor's trademark portfolio. 2. Specific Trademark Security Agreement: In some cases, a creditor may only be interested in securing a particular trademark owned by the debtor. In such agreements, the creditor and debtor identify the specific trademark and outline the terms of the security interest associated with it. 3. Floating Trademark Security Agreement: This agreement is commonly used when a debtor possesses a rotating inventory of trademarks. With a floating security interest, the creditor maintains a security claim on any trademarks that may be sold, acquired, or developed by the debtor over time. 4. Priority Trademark Security Agreement: When multiple creditors have security interests in the same trademark(s), priority agreements determine the order in which these creditors are repaid from the proceeds of the sale of the trademark(s) in case of default. Priority agreements are vital to ensure a fair distribution of funds among competing creditors. In Oklahoma, the creation and enforcement of trademark security agreements require strict adherence to the UCC provisions, including the proper filing of financing statements with the Oklahoma Secretary of State's office. These agreements protect both the creditor's financial interests and the debtor's right to use and control their trademarks during the course of the agreement, striking a balance that benefits both parties.