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The Attorney's Vital Role in Agreement Preparation

Crafting effective employment agreements requires the expertise of an experienced attorney who understands the nuances of employment law and business protection. The attorney's role extends far beyond simply drafting boilerplate language; it involves:

• • Understanding the Business and its Needs: The attorney must gain a deep understanding of the specific industry, the nature of the employee's role, and the company's unique competitive landscape to tailor the agreement accordingly.
• • Drafting Enforceable Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs):
  • o The attorney ensures the NDA clearly defines "confidential information," including trade secrets, customer lists, financial data, and proprietary processes.
  • o They specify the duration of the NDA, both during and after employment.
  • o They address exceptions to confidentiality, such as information that is publicly known or legally required to be disclosed.
  • o They draft the language of the NDA to be reasonable, and therefore legally enforceable.
• • Drafting Enforceable Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs):
  • o The attorney ensures the non-compete agreement is narrowly tailored to protect legitimate business interests, avoiding overly broad restrictions that could be deemed unenforceable.
  • o They define the scope of the restriction, including geographic limitations, industry restrictions, and the duration of the agreement.
  • o They consider state-specific laws regarding non-compete agreements, which vary significantly.
  • o They ensure that the agreement is reasonable in time, scope, and geographic location.
• • Developing Effective Non-Solicitation Agreements:
  • o The attorney defines the scope of the non-solicitation agreement, specifying restrictions on soliciting clients, customers, and employees.
  • o They address the duration of the agreement, both during and after employment.
  • o They consider state-specific laws regarding non-compete agreements, which vary significantly.
  • o They ensure the agreement is reasonable and does not unduly restrict the employee's ability to earn a living.
• • Ensuring Compliance with State and Federal Laws: The attorney ensures the agreement complies with all applicable employment laws, including those related to discrimination, wage and hour regulations, and employee rights.
• • Negotiating Agreement Terms: The attorney facilitates negotiations between the employer and employee, ensuring both parties understand and agree to the terms of the agreement.
• • Providing Legal Counsel: The attorney provides ongoing legal counsel to the employer, addressing questions related to the agreement and ensuring compliance with its provisions.
• • Updating Agreements: Employment agreements should be updated as the business changes, and the attorney will ensure this is done correctly.

Pitfalls of Not Having These Agreements in Place

The absence of well-drafted employment agreements containing non-disclosure, non-compete, and non-solicitation clauses can expose a business to significant risks:

• • Loss of Confidential Information: Without an NDA, employees may freely disclose trade secrets, customer lists, and other sensitive information to competitors, causing irreparable harm to the business.
• • Unfair Competition: Without a non-compete agreement, former employees may immediately join competitors or start their own competing businesses, leveraging their knowledge and relationships gained during their previous employment.
• • Client and Employee Poaching: Without a non-solicitation agreement, former employees may actively solicit the company's clients and employees, disrupting business operations and damaging client relationships.
• • Damage to Business Reputation: The loss of confidential information and unfair competition can damage the company's reputation and erode its competitive advantage.
• • Costly Litigation: Disputes over confidential information, non-compete agreements, and non-solicitation agreements can lead to costly litigation, diverting resources and disrupting business operations.
• • Difficulty in Enforcing Rights: Without a written agreement, it can be difficult to prove the existence of confidential information, non-compete obligations, or non-solicitation restrictions.
• • Loss of Intellectual Property: Without NDAs, intellectual property such as formulas, or software can be easily stolen.
• • Loss of Market Share: Competitors can use stolen information to take away market share.
• • Difficulty in recruiting new employees: If employees are able to steal clients, and confidential information, future employees will be less likely to work for the company.
• • Increased risk of business failure: All of the above risks can lead to an increased risk of business failure.

Comprehensive employment agreements are essential tools for protecting a company's valuable assets and ensuring its long-term success. By working with an experienced attorney, businesses can create agreements that are tailored to their specific needs and comply with all applicable laws, minimizing the risk of future disputes and safeguarding their competitive advantage.