The Non-Compete Non-Solicitation Agreement is essential for German employers seeking to protect their legitimate business interests after an employee's departure. This document is particularly crucial when dealing with employees who have access to sensitive information, client relationships, or specialized knowledge. The agreement must strictly comply with German law requirements, including the German Commercial Code (HGB) provisions on mandatory compensation (minimum 50% of last remuneration) and maximum duration (2 years) for non-compete clauses. It's commonly used during senior hiring, business acquisitions, or when promoting employees to positions with access to critical business information. The document balances employer protection with employee rights under German constitutional law regarding freedom of occupation.
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1. Parties: Identification of the contracting parties, including full legal names and addresses
2. Background: Context of the agreement, including the nature of the previous or current business relationship
3. Definitions: Key terms used in the agreement, including 'Competitive Activity', 'Confidential Information', 'Restricted Period', and 'Restricted Territory'
4. Non-Compete Obligations: Specific restrictions on competitive activities, including scope, duration (max 2 years under German law), and geographical limitations
5. Non-Solicitation of Customers: Restrictions on approaching or dealing with customers or prospective customers
6. Non-Solicitation of Employees: Restrictions on approaching or hiring employees of the company
7. Compensation: Mandatory compensation details (minimum 50% of last remuneration) as required by German law
8. Duration and Termination: Term of the agreement and circumstances under which it can be terminated
9. Confidentiality Obligations: Obligations regarding confidential information and trade secrets
10. Acknowledgments: Confirmations regarding reasonableness of restrictions and receipt of independent legal advice
11. Remedies: Legal remedies available in case of breach, including injunctive relief
12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of German law as governing law and jurisdiction for disputes
1. Garden Leave: Provisions for paid leave during notice period, used when immediate separation is desired
2. Post-Termination Assistance: Requirements for transition assistance after employment ends
3. Training Cost Reimbursement: Provisions for recovering training costs, if applicable
4. Severability: Provisions for maintaining validity of remaining clauses if some are found invalid
5. Return of Company Property: Provisions for returning company assets and materials
6. Corporate Group Extension: Extension of restrictions to affiliated companies and subsidiaries
7. Exceptions for Shareholdings: Allowances for holding minor shareholdings in public companies
1. Schedule 1: Compensation Details: Detailed breakdown of the compensation package for the non-compete period
2. Schedule 2: Restricted Territory: Detailed definition of the geographical areas covered by restrictions
3. Schedule 3: Restricted Customers: List of specific customers covered by non-solicitation provisions
4. Schedule 4: Restricted Employees: Categories or list of employees covered by non-solicitation provisions
5. Schedule 5: Competitive Activities: Detailed description of prohibited competitive activities
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