Non-Solicitation
A promise not to poach the other party's clients or employees.
What it means
A non-solicitation clause restricts a party from recruiting the other party's employees or pursuing its customers for a set period. It is narrower than a non-compete — you can still work in the same industry, you just cannot target the specific people or accounts covered by the clause. Like non-competes, enforceability and limits vary by state.
Why it matters before you sign
If your future business depends on relationships you build during this contract, check whether this clause fences them off after it ends.
In a contract, it looks like this
For one year after this agreement ends, neither party will solicit for employment any person employed by the other during the engagement.
This definition is a general, educational explanation — not legal advice. XOsign provides AI-assisted document tools and does not provide legal advice; consider consulting a qualified attorney for guidance on your specific situation. Requirements vary by state.
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