Bill of Sale
Create a Minnesota-compliant Bill of Sale for copywriters. Ensure legal transfer of copyright while adhering to MN consumer fraud and wage theft laws.
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As a Minnesota-based copywriter, a handshake deal isn't enough when high-value copy decks and brand assets change hands. Under Minn. Stat. § 336.2-201, transactions over $500 require written evidence... Read more
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Legal Document
Seller
[seller_name]
Buyer
[buyer_name]
The Seller hereby sells, transfers, assigns, and conveys to the Buyer, and the Buyer hereby purchases and accepts from the Seller, the following described personal property (the "Property"): [item_description]. The Buyer acknowledges that the Buyer has had a full and adequate opportunity to inspect the Property prior to the execution of this Agreement and accepts the Property in its current condition as described herein.
The total purchase price for the Property is [sale_price] (the "Purchase Price"), payable in full by the Buyer to the Seller on or before the Sale Date. The Buyer and Seller acknowledge and agree that the Purchase Price represents the fair and agreed-upon value of the Property as negotiated between the Parties at arm's length. Upon receipt of the Purchase Price in full, the Seller shall be deemed to have been fully compensated for the sale, transfer, and conveyance of the Property, and the Seller shall have no further right, title, or interest in or to the Property or the Purchase Price.
The Seller hereby represents and warrants to the Buyer that: (a) the Seller is the sole and lawful owner of the Property and has full right, power, and authority to sell, transfer, and convey the Property to the Buyer; (b) the Property is free and clear of all liens, encumbrances, security interests, pledges, claims, charges, and restrictions of any kind whatsoever; (c) the Seller has not previously sold, transferred, assigned, pledged, or otherwise encumbered the Property or any interest therein to any other person or entity; and (d) the Seller will defend the Buyer's title to the Property against any and all claims and demands of any person or entity claiming an interest therein.
Upon execution of this Agreement and receipt of the Purchase Price in full, the Seller hereby irrevocably transfers, assigns, and conveys to the Buyer all of the Seller's right, title, and interest in and to the Property, free and clear of all liens, encumbrances, and claims of any kind. Title to and risk of loss of the Property shall pass from the Seller to the Buyer upon the execution of this Agreement and payment of the Purchase Price. From and after the transfer of title, the Buyer shall be solely responsible for the Property, including its care, maintenance, insurance, and all risks of loss, damage, theft, or destruction. The Seller agrees to execute and deliver to the Buyer any and all additional documents, instruments, or certificates as may be reasonably necessary or appropriate to evidence or effectuate the transfer of title to the Property.
5.1 Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by, and construed and enforced in accordance with, the laws of the state in which the transaction is consummated, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. 5.2 Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, understandings, negotiations, and discussions, whether oral or written, between the Parties relating to the sale and purchase of the Property. 5.3 Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity, illegality, or unenforceability shall not affect any other provision of this Agreement, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. 5.4 Amendment. This Agreement may not be amended, modified, or supplemented except by a written instrument signed by both Parties. 5.5 Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument. 5.6 Binding Effect. This Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the Parties and their respective heirs, executors, administrators, legal representatives, successors, and assigns.
In accordance with the Copyright Act of 1976 (17 U.S.C. § 101 et seq.), the Seller hereby warrants that the Work Product is an original work of authorship. Ownership of all copyrights, including the right to reproduce and distribute the copy deck, headlines, and brand voice materials, shall transfer to the Buyer only upon the Seller’s receipt of the full Purchase Price. Until such time, the Seller retains all statutory rights to the materials.
This transaction is subject to the Minnesota Consumer Fraud Act and Minn. Stat. § 336.2-201. The Seller warrants that the work does not infringe on any third-party rights, mitigating plagiarism liabilities. Furthermore, consistent with Minn. Stat. § 181.981, this transfer of ownership does not impose any non-compete restrictions on the Seller, and the Seller remains free to provide copywriting services to other entities within the same industry, provided no proprietary confidential information is disclosed.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Bill of Sale as of the date first written above, each acknowledging receipt of a copy of this Agreement.
Seller
Name: Seller
Date: ___________________
Buyer
Name: Buyer
Date: ___________________
As a Minnesota-based copywriter, a handshake deal isn't enough when high-value copy decks and brand assets change hands. Under Minn. Stat. § 336.2-201, transactions over $500 require written evidence to be enforceable. This document protects you against scope creep, ensures payment triggers the copyright transfer under the 1976 Copyright Act, and helps you comply with the Minnesota Wage Theft Prevention Act by clearly outlining the financial consideration for your creative labor.
Beyond the standard bill of sale sections, this template adds fields specific to Copywriter:
A Bill of Sale serves the core legal purpose of providing proof of the transfer of ownership of an item from the seller to the buyer. It formalizes the transaction and fulfills the legal need for documentation of the sale, aiding in preventing disputes over ownership and clarifying the terms and conditions agreed upon by the parties involved.
Copyright Ownership
Contracts typically state when the copyright ownership transfers from copywriter to client (usually upon final payment), clarifying the client's rights to use the work.
For this bill of sale to be legally valid:
Common mistakes to avoid:
Copyright Act of 1976
This act provides protection for original works of authorship, including literary works such as website content and advertising copy. It governs issues of copyright ownership and infringement, which are critical for copywriters in ensuring they do not infringe on others' copyrighted materials or have their own work used without permission.
Enforced by U.S. Copyright Office
Recommended coverage: Errors and Omissions Insurance · General Liability Insurance
In accordance with the Copyright Act of 1976, you generally retain ownership until a written transfer occurs. This Bill of Sale is designed to trigger that transfer only upon receipt of final payment, protecting you from non-payment issues common in freelance copywriting.
While primarily for employees, the MN Wage Theft Prevention Act emphasizes the need for clear written terms regarding earnings. Our document ensures the purchase price and payment schedule are explicitly stated to prevent financial disputes and provide clear evidence of the agreed-upon rate.
Yes. Under Minn. Stat. § 181.981, Minnesota has banned most non-compete agreements. This Bill of Sale focuses on the transfer of the specific work product (the copy) without imposing illegal restrictive covenants that could void your contract.
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