Is It Legally Enforceable in Alaska?
Yes — it is legally enforceable if the agreement does not prohibit the employee from practicing their specialty (Metcalfe Investments, Inc. v. Garrison (1996)).
Types of Solicitation to Prohibit
In Alaska, a non-solicitation agreement can prohibit an employee from soliciting:
The individual is prohibited from engaging with any former or current employees, contractors, affiliates, and similar parties of the employer under which a business relationship has been created.
The individual is prohibited from engaging with any former or current customers, clients, and similar parties of the employer under which a business relationship has been created.
What to Include
1. Time Restraint
The non-solicitation covenant should be restricted to a specific timeframe, generally ranging from six months to two years after termination of employment.
2. Geographical Restraint
The terms of the non-solicitation agreement should apply to a specific area or location that is deemed reasonable.
3. Specific Action
The agreement should specify the actions that the individual is prohibited from engaging in.
Related Forms
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Alaska Non-Disclosure Agreement
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