This document is essential in German business transactions where companies need to protect their legitimate business interests through a Non-Compete Agreement Between Companies. It is commonly used in merger and acquisition scenarios, joint ventures, strategic partnerships, or when companies share sensitive business information. The agreement must comply with German competition law (particularly the GWB and UWG) and EU competition regulations, requiring careful consideration of scope, duration, and territorial restrictions. Typical use cases include business sales, strategic collaborations, and corporate restructuring where protecting market position and preventing unfair competition are crucial. The document requires specific attention to German legal requirements regarding reasonableness of restrictions and enforceability of non-compete provisions.
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1. Parties: Identifies the contracting companies, including their full legal names, registration numbers, and registered addresses
2. Background: Sets out the context of the agreement, including the business relationship between the parties and the legitimate interest in having non-compete provisions
3. Definitions: Defines key terms used in the agreement, including 'Competitive Activities', 'Restricted Territory', 'Confidential Information', and other relevant terms
4. Scope of Non-Compete: Details the specific activities, products, or services that are restricted under the agreement
5. Duration and Territory: Specifies the time period and geographical area where the restrictions apply, ensuring compliance with German competition law requirements
6. Obligations of the Parties: Lists specific obligations and prohibited activities for each party under the agreement
7. Breach and Remedies: Outlines what constitutes a breach and the consequences, including potential penalties and enforcement mechanisms
8. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specifies German law as governing law and designates competent courts for dispute resolution
9. Execution: Formal closing section with signature blocks for authorized representatives of both companies
1. Consideration: Details any payment or other consideration for the non-compete obligations, if applicable
2. Exceptions and Permitted Activities: Lists specific activities or circumstances that are exempt from the non-compete restrictions
3. Assignment and Succession: Addresses whether rights and obligations can be transferred to other entities, particularly relevant in case of corporate restructuring
4. Severability: Provides for the continuation of other provisions if any part is found invalid under German law
5. Non-Solicitation Provisions: Additional restrictions on soliciting employees, customers, or suppliers, if agreed between the parties
6. Monitoring and Reporting: Procedures for monitoring compliance with the agreement, if specific oversight is required
1. Schedule 1 - Restricted Activities: Detailed list of specific products, services, or business activities covered by the non-compete provisions
2. Schedule 2 - Restricted Territory: Detailed maps or descriptions of the geographical areas where restrictions apply
3. Schedule 3 - Affiliated Companies: List of subsidiaries, parent companies, or affiliated entities covered by the agreement
4. Schedule 4 - Existing Commitments: List of pre-existing obligations or commitments that are carved out from the restrictions
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