Long Beach Non Compete Contracts Attorney
Reviewing and Negotiating Non-Compete Agreements
Non-compete agreements are a contractual relationship between an employer and an employee in which the employee agrees not to compete with the employer for a set length of time after the termination of the employment relationship. The purpose of a non-compete agreement is to prevent the employee from using the confidential information of their former employer to compete against that employer.
In California, non-compete agreements are void as a matter of law as against public policy, except for a small number of limited circumstances expressly authorized by statute. The Gorski Firm, APC provides assistance in negotiating, drafting, implementing, and reviewing non-compete agreements to be sure that your objectives are met and comply with the statute.
The limited situations where a reasonable non-complete agreement may be valid in California are:
- When an owner sells the goodwill of a business.
- When a partnership is dissolved or a partner is dissociated.
- When a limited liability company is dissolved or a member's interests in the company are terminated.
In light of the restrictions California law places on non-compete agreements, it is suggested that you seek the advice of counsel prior to entering into such an agreement so that your objectives are met and comply with California law. The Gorski Firm, APC is dedicated to assisting you with any matters related to your non-compete agreement, including negotiating scope and reasonableness, drafting the agreement, and litigating any disputes.
If you are interested in drafting a non-compete agreement or are asked to enter into a non-compete agreement, contact us today toll free at 888-483-3287 for a free consultation. With offices in Long Beach and Bakersfield, we server business clients in Kern County, Signal Hill, Lakewood, Seal Beach and throughout Southern California.