Nonsolicitation
Nonsolicitation refers to contractual provisions that prohibit a party from soliciting certain relationships, typically employees or customers, in connection with an ongoing or ended business relationship. Nonsolicitation clauses may target specific individuals or classes (such as “all employees of Company X”) and cover either employees, customers, clients, suppliers, or business partners. They are commonly included in employment agreements, consulting arrangements, and mergers or acquisitions where the buyer seeks to protect the value of the business.
Enforceability varies by jurisdiction. Courts generally require restraints to be reasonable in duration, geographic scope, and
Common elements and drafting considerations include defining who is covered (named individuals or classes), what constitutes
Remedies for breach may include injunctive relief and damages; some agreements provide liquidated damages. Nonsolicitation is