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Published: 2008

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ISBN-13: 9780314991782

Negotiating and Drafting Employment Agreements is an authoritative, insiders perspective on best practices for developing and negotiating complex employment agreements. Featuring partners from some of the nations leading law firms, these experts guide the reader through the different phases of negotiations and the key considerations for each phase. These top lawyers reveal their advice on how to structure each section of the agreement, and explain the most important terms and how to address challenges related to each. From considering the enforceability of certain provisions to complying with key laws, these authors detail how to establish an effective agreement that meets the clients goals and maintains a positive employer-employee relationship. Additionally, these leaders outline a negotiation timeline, describe the benchmarks of successful agreements, and provide an in-depth discussion of loyalty provisions, including non-competes and restrictive covenants. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts around the keys to navigating this ever-evolving area of law.