Updated April 22, 2024
An Oklahoma non-solicitation agreement is a contract that restricts an employee from using connections made during their term of employment upon leaving the company. These are generally intended to protect the employer’s investments in the business.
Is It Legally Enforceable in Oklahoma?
Yes. Agreements can be written or verbal and can prohibit employees from poaching established customers from an employer.[1]
They can also prohibit both employees and independent contractors from soliciting, directly or indirectly, actively or inactively, any other employees or contractors of the employer.[2]
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What Types of Solicitation Can Be Prohibited?
Under Oklahoma statutes, a non-solicitation agreement can restrict a former employee or independent contractor from soliciting, poaching, or reaching out to an employer’s:
- Former or current clients/customers
- Former or current employees or personnel
- Independent contractors
What Should Be Included in the Agreement?
It is typically recommended for a non-solicit covenant to include the following parameters:
1. Duration
The agreement should state when the terms of the covenant become effective and when they expire.
2. Geographical Area
The agreement should also specify the location or geographical area where the terms are limited to.
3. Scope of Prohibited Activities
The agreement should define whom the individual is prohibited from contacting and include a breakdown of what “soliciting” entails.
Related Forms
Oklahoma Non-Compete Agreement
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Oklahoma Non-Disclosure Agreement
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