Arizona Non-Solicitation Agreement Template

An Arizona non-solicitation agreement is a contract that obligates an employee or business seller not to recruit staff or service customers following their departure from a company. This sort of agreement prevents workers from exploiting knowledge and training acquired during their time with an employer (e.g., client lists, pricing information) to steal their business. The document may name specific employees and customers the worker cannot solicit. It can also designate a time frame and geographical area in which the restrictive covenants apply.

Last updated May 15th, 2025

Statutes: N/A
Legally Enforceable? Yes, the agreement can be enforced to protect an employer’s confidential information, trade secrets, customer relationships, or other valid business interest.^[1]
Requirements: Arizona courts are more likely to enforce a non-solicitation agreement than a non-compete, as non-solicitation agreements are less restrictive. To be enforceable, the agreement must:^[2]^[3]
- Be a component of an employment contract.
- Be made in good faith.
- Contain reasonable restrictions.
- Not violate public policy.

Sources

1. Bryceland v. Northey, 772 P.2d 36 (1989)
2. Valley Med. Spec. v. Farber, 298 Ariz. Adv. Rep. 34 (1999)
3. Mattison v. Johnston, 730 P.2d 286 (1986)