Non-Compete Agreement by EasyLegalDocs

Updated 4 November 2025

This Non-Compete Agreement template is designed for use between a company and its employee. It establishes restrictions on the employee's ability to compete with the company or solicit its employees and clients. The agreement aims to protect the company's legitimate business interests during and for a specified period after employment.

NON-COMPETE AGREEMENT

This Non-Compete Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into between [Company Name] having its principal place of business located at [Company Address] (the "Company") and [Employee Name] (the "Employee"), residing at [Employee Address] on [Effective Date] (the "Effective Date").

WHEREAS, the Employee and the Company have entered into an agreement whereby the Employee is expected to perform the general duties related to their position as [Employee Job Title]; and

WHEREAS, the Employee agrees that the restrictions contained in this Agreement are legally binding.

THEREFORE, pursuant to the mutual promises and covenants made by the parties thereto, the Company and the Employee (individually referred to as "Party" and collectively as "Parties") agree to be bound by the following terms:

Acknowledgment of Relationship

Both parties hereby agree and acknowledge that this Agreement is made in consideration of the promises agreed to in the Employee Contract Agreement.

Non-Competition

For the entire duration of the Employee Contract Agreement or any subsequent agreement executed for that similar purpose, and for 12 months after the termination thereof, the Employee will not work as an employee, officer, operator, director, manager, partner, consultant, representative, agent, owner or engage in any other capacity in any direct or indirect competition with the Company.

Non-Solicitation

The Employee further agrees not to solicit any Company employee to leave his/her employ with the Company, either directly or indirectly, or solicit the business of any Company client or customer, partner, agent or consultant.

Employee Acknowledgment

The Employee acknowledges that:

This Agreement has explicitly been bargained between the parties, and that the Employee has been provided with the opportunity to negotiate this Agreement;

The Employee has had the opportunity to seek legal counsel before signing this Agreement;

That the imposed restrictions are considered fair, reasonable, and necessary to protect the Company's legitimate business interests; and

That these restrictions, prohibitions, and other provisions of this Agreement, including but not limited to the restricted duration and territory, are reasonable and do not constitute an undue burden or threat to the Employee's livelihood.

Representations and Warranties

Both parties represent that they have the authorization to enter into this Agreement and that the performance of their obligations will not violate or infringe upon the third-party rights or violate any other agreement between the parties or any law or government regulation.

Legally Binding

This Non-compete Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the parties' benefit and their representative legal representatives, administrators, executors, successors, and permitted assigns.

Notice

Any notice or correspondence made by any party under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered by recorded delivery.

Severability

If any provision of this Agreement is deemed invalid or unenforceable under any applicable law, in whole or in part. In that case, that invalid or unenforceable part shall be severed from the remainder of the Agreement. All other provisions contained in the Agreement shall continue in full force and effect as valid and enforceable.

Waiver

The failure by either of the parties to exercise any right under the terms hereof shall not in any way be construed as a waiver of any further exercise of that right or any other right under this Agreement unless such waiver is expressly made in writing.

Entire Agreement

Both parties agree that this Agreement represents the entire Agreement between the parties and supersedes and annuls all prior agreements and understandings between them.

Amendment

If the Parties desire to amend or otherwise modify any terms of this Agreement, they shall do so expressly in writing to be signed by both parties.

Governing Law & Jurisdiction

This Agreement and its interpretation shall be governed by and construed under the relevant laws of [Governing Law State], not including its conflict of law provisions.

All disputes arising thereof shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in [Governing Law State]. The arbitration shall be conducted by the [Arbitral Institution], and all parties shall be bound by the rules of arbitration and any award or decision rendered.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, both parties under this Agreement hereby agree to the terms contained herein and give their consent and authority by signing this Non-Compete Agreement below.

COMPANY

EMPLOYEE

_____________________________
Signed (signature)

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Signed (signature)

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Print Name

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Print Name

_____________________________
Date

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Date

About this template

What is this template?

Non-Compete Agreement by EasyLegalDocs is a free, ready-to-use Confidentiality & Non-Disclosure Agreements template you can open, customize, and download on GitLaw. It gives you a professionally structured starting point, so you never have to draft from a blank page. The wording is plain and modern, organized into clear sections that are easy to read, edit, and adapt to your own situation before you share or sign it.

When should you use it?

Reach for this Confidentiality & Non-Disclosure Agreements template whenever you need a reliable agreement quickly and want to be sure the essentials are covered. It suits individuals, freelancers, startups, and established businesses alike. Instead of paying for a document drafted from scratch, you can start here, tailor the details to your arrangement, and have a polished draft ready in minutes. This version is drafted with United States of America in mind, though you should always review the final wording against the laws that apply to you.

What's typically included?

A well-drafted Confidentiality & Non-Disclosure Agreements usually sets out the parties involved, the scope of the agreement, and each side's rights and responsibilities. Expect sections covering key terms and definitions, how long the agreement lasts, how it can be ended, and what happens if something goes wrong. This template brings those building blocks together in a sensible order, so you can focus on the specifics rather than worrying about what to include. Open it to read the full document, then sign up to edit, negotiate, and e-sign it directly in GitLaw.

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