Non-Compete Agreement Template
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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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