Non-Compete Agreement Template

Time- and geography-limited restraint on competing activity. Adjust scope before sending.

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NON-COMPETE AGREEMENT

This Agreement is entered into on [date] between [employer] ("Employer") and [employee] ("Employee").

1. Restricted Activity

During Employee's engagement with Employer and for [restriction months] months thereafter, Employee shall not, directly or indirectly: (a) engage in any business that competes with [company business]; (b) solicit Employer's customers; (c) recruit Employer's employees.

2. Geographic Scope

These restrictions apply within [geographic area].

3. Consideration

Employee acknowledges that the compensation provided under their employment is sufficient consideration for these restrictions.

4. Reasonableness

Employee acknowledges these restrictions are reasonable in scope, duration, and geography, and necessary to protect Employer's legitimate business interests.

5. Severability

If any provision is deemed unenforceable, a court may reform it to the maximum extent permitted by law. Remaining provisions stay in effect.

6. Governing Law

This Agreement is governed by the laws of [jurisdiction].

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