Bill of Sale
Secure your creative assets in North Carolina. Custom Bill of Sale for copywriters to transfer ownership and payment rights under NC GS § 25-2-201.
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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.
The Seller (Copywriter) hereby warrants that the literary works described herein, including all headlines, CTAs, and brand voice elements, are original works of authorship protected under the Copyright Act of 1976 and do not infringe upon any third-party intellectual property. Seller further warrants that the sale of these services and works does not constitute an unfair or deceptive trade practice under N.C. Gen. Stat. § 75-1.1. The Buyer agrees to indemnify the Seller against any third-party claims arising from modifications made to the copy after the date of transfer.
In accordance with N.C. Gen. Stat. § 25-2-201, this written instrument serves as the definitive transfer of ownership for all specified creative goods. The parties agree that legal title and copyright ownership shall not vest in the Buyer until the Purchase Price has been paid in full. Failure to remit payment while utilizing the transferred copy shall be considered a material breach and a violation of the North Carolina Wage and Hour Act and applicable copyright laws.
The Seller acknowledges that this Bill of Sale does not include a non-compete agreement unless expressly attached. Any restrictive covenants associated with this creative transfer are subject to the limitations of North Carolina law, requiring them to be reasonable in duration, scope, and geography to avoid being voided as a restraint of trade.
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: ___________________
In the fast-paced world of digital marketing, a simple handover isn't enough to protect your business. Whether you are selling a finalized copy deck or transfering rights to a brand voice guide, a North Carolina-specific Bill of Sale ensures you meet the $500 threshold requirements for the Statute of Frauds (N.C. Gen. Stat. § 25-2-201). By formalizing the transfer of intellectual property, you mitigate risks of revision scope creep and plagiarism claims while ensuring that copyright ownership only shifts once final payment is secured.
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
Under the Copyright Act of 1976 and standard North Carolina contract practices, ownership typically remains with the copywriter until the Bill of Sale is executed and final payment is received. This prevents 'work for hire' disputes and ensures you are compensated before the client uses your headlines or CTAs commercially.
While N.C. Gen. Stat. § 25-2-201 requires a written instrument for sales of goods over $500, North Carolina legal best practices recommend a Bill of Sale for creative works at any price point to provide a clear paper trail for copyright ownership and to avoid claims of Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practices.
Yes. By detailing the specific word count, number of revision rounds, and finalized copy deck in the item description, the Bill of Sale confirms that the transaction is for a completed project, effectively closing the window for additional unpaid revisions.
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