In Missouri, non-compete agreements may be written to protect the legitimate interests of the employer. They must be reasonable in both time limits as well as geographic areas (absent of a legitimate business interest, they can last no longer than one year). They may not be unreasonably burdensome on the employee. There are limits on how these agreements may be used with secretaries and clerks.
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To write a Missouri non-compete agreement, review the state law. Consider seeking legal advice as well. Include the following clauses:
Both parties must sign and print their names. The signatures must be dated. Each party should receive a copy of the executed agreement for their records.