Free Legal Intellectual Property Cease and Desist Letter Template
Legal Intellectual Property Cease and Desist Letter
[Your Company Address]
[City, State, Zip]
[Your Company Email]
[Your Company Number]
[Date]
[Company Representative's Name]
[Company's Address]
[City, State, Zip]
Subject: Intellectual Property Cease and Desist Notice
Dear [Company Representative's Name],
I am writing in my capacity as legal counsel for [Your Company Name]. It has come to our attention that your company has been using proprietary material owned by [Your Company Name], without permission or proper authorization.
We believe that this constitutes an infringement on our client's intellectual property rights. We have substantial evidence supporting our claim, including [State Your Evidence].
Under the Federal Copyright Act, any unauthorized use of copyrighted material is illegal and can result in both civil and criminal penalties. I am sure that an esteemed company like yours respects the rights of other businesses and would want to rectify this situation promptly.
We request that you immediately cease and desist from using our client's proprietary material, and implement procedures to prevent further infringement. We also ask that you provide a written assurance that you will comply with our request.
If we do not receive this assurance within [Due Date], we will be forced to protect our client’s rights through the necessary legal channels. Please note that this letter is not intended to be a complete or exhaustive statement of rights, legal or otherwise, in connection with the above matter.
Please consult with your attorney regarding any possible infringements of our intellectual property rights. Your prompt attention to this serious matter is appreciated.
Sincerely,
[YOUR NAME]
[Your Job Title]
[Your Email]
[Your Company Name]