Description
Drafting effective employment and separation agreements is a critical for defining the legal relationship between employers and employees. A well-crafted employment agreement that is clear, comprehensive, and tailored to specific roles serves as a powerful tool to safeguard the rights and responsibilities of all involved, as well as prevent acrimony and costly litigation stemming from legal issues and challenges.
Join our faculty of seasoned practitioners for an examination of the key components of employment and separations agreements. The session will cover the types of employment agreements, the use of restrictive covenants, and tips for drafting multi-state agreements while avoiding common pitfalls. You'll also gain insights into dispute resolution options and best practices for ensuring legal compliance in employment contracts, including:
- The art of drafting restrictive covenants and confidentiality provisions
- Definitions of cause and good reason
- Typical compensation provisions
- When “boilerplate” is not boilerplate at all
- Release provisions
- Managing the parties’ future dealings including non-disparagement, no rehire, and liquidated damages clauses
- The latest on non-competes as state laws move forward
This program is for attorneys who are interested in protecting the rights and interests of employees and employers.