Non Compete Agreement Attorney in Saint Louis, MO

Non Compete Agreement Overview

If you are involved in a non-compete dispute, either as an employer or an employee, you need legal counsel from an experienced employment law attorney. To protect against unfair competition, employers often draft and require their employees to sign non-compete agreements. Non-compete agreements are contracts that prevent former employees from working for competitors after employment has ended.

The Law Offices of Kevin J. Dolley has experience drafting, reviewing and litigating non-compete agreement cases. Whether you are a company representative seeking a temporary restraining order (TRO) against a former employee, or a current employee looking to start your own business or work from a competitor in the same field, attorney Kevin J. Dolley, located in St. Louis, Missouri and representing businesses and employee throughout the State, has the experience necessary to evaluate the situation and represent your best interests.

Drafting Non-Compete Agreements

Most non-compete disputes center around whether or not an agreement is enforceable. Missouri law commonly enforces non-compete agreements to the extent that the agreement is reasonable. Such agreements commonly contain a specific geographic and temporal restrictions limiting the place and time during which an employee cannot engage in certain competitive practices. Writing an effective and binding non-compete agreement is crucial to protecting the interests of business and establishing a clear understanding between the parties. Mr. Dolley uses his legal knowledge and skills to draft and review agreements to ensure all such requirements have been met.

Additionally, non-compete agreements are only permitted to the extent that they protect the confidential information of a business. Whether such client contacts or trade secrets exist is a frequent issue of dispute. The fact intensive nature of such a determination makes experienced counsel particularly important. Mr. Dolley has extensive experience in thoroughly examining the evidence to determine whether these protectable interests exist, and the extent to which they may be protected.

Litigating the Enforceability of a Non-compete Agreement

Attorney Kevin J. Dolley has experience litigating non-compete agreements for both employers and employees. He understands the relevant issues and knows the strengths and weakness of any restrictive agreement within the context of a specific business. Attorney Kevin J. Dolley understands that the enforceability of a non-compete agreement can be the difference between an individual’s livelihood or a company’s viability. He works tirelessly with his clients to establish the facts and circumstances that present their non-compete case in the best possible light.

Obtaining TROs for Employers

Temporary Restraining Orders (TROs) are often essential for employers wishing to escape the harm of an illegally competing former employee. Attorney Kevin J. Dolley has experience obtaining TROs for employers in order to prevent immediate damage to their business’ goodwill, customer base and ability to compete. Such orders can help companies avoid significant financial losses and end of customer goodwill.

Obtaining Relief for Employees

Employees who at one time signed non-compete agreements may encounter interference from a former employer when they later try to obtain employment with a different employer. Former employers may contact the new employer and threaten a lawsuit, which often results in termination of employment. The Law Offices of Kevin J. Dolley frequently obtains injunctive relief for employees so that they can continue to work in their field of training and experience. To the extent feasible, Mr. Dolley assists employees in avoiding enforcement of the non-compete agreement.

Contact an Experienced Non-compete Attorney

If you are involved in a non-compete dispute, contact the Law Offices of Kevin J. Dolley for experienced, professional legal service. Call 314-645-4100 or toll free at 888-505-0246 to schedule an appointment. All legal consultations are held strictly confidential.

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Areas of Practice

• Non Compete Agreement
• Employment Law
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