This Standard Document contains provisions to incorporate an assumption of the delegated obligations and an optional novation into the assignment agreement. Unlike notation, assignment contracts do not annul the initial agreement and do not establish a new agreement.This assignment and assumption agreement template includes a novation agreement and may be used to transfer an agreement from one party to another. What is an Assignment And Assumption Agreement? An assignment and assumption agreement transfers one party's rights and obligations to a third party. A novation is a legal instrument used to replace one obligation or party with another in a contract.