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PLAYBOOK TEMPLATES
Severance & Employment Separation Agreement
A Severance & Employment Separation Agreement formalizes the terms of an employee‚ exit and related payments. This playbook emphasizes release language, confidentiality, and non-disparagement clauses.
Non-Compete and Non-Solicit
Negotiation strategy
Ensure the clause is reasonable and enforceable by aligning geographic, temporal, and scope restrictions with business needs and legal standards. Tailor the clause to the specific role and industry standards.
Negotiate for reasonable limitations in terms of geographic scope, duration, and restricted activities. Ensure the clause does not unfairly limit future employment opportunities.
Essential elements
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Geographic Scope
Area where restrictions apply.
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Duration
Time period of restrictions.
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Restricted Activities
Specific activities prohibited.
Action framework
ACCEPT
Propose edits if the geographic scope is too broad or the duration exceeds industry norms.
EDIT
Reject if the clause is overly restrictive without justification.
ADD
Add if missing, ensuring it aligns with business interests.
PRO TIP
Always consider state-specific enforceability issues when drafting non-compete clauses.
Real-world examples
FAVORABLE
Preferred Non-Compete Clause
"The Employee agrees that for a period of [12 months] following the termination of this Agreement, they will not, within [specified geographic area], engage in any business activities that are competitive with the Company’s business."
NEUTRAL
Standard Non-Compete Clause
"The Employee agrees not to compete with the Company for a reasonable period post-termination."
UNFAVORABLE
Overbroad Non-Compete Clause
"The Employee shall not engage in any business activities in any capacity for a period of [5 years] post-termination."
Alternative scenarios & positions
High-Risk Projects
In high-risk projects, non-compete clauses may need to be more stringent to protect sensitive information and client relationships.
Jurisdiction-Specific Limitations
In jurisdictions with strict limitations, consider alternative protections like confidentiality agreements.
Short-Term Contracts
For short-term contracts, ensure non-compete clauses are proportionate to the contract length and scope.
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