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Employment Agreement.

Employment Agreement template covering role, compensation, benefits, IP assignment, confidentiality, and at-will employment.

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When to use

Right for these situations.

When to use
Hiring a key employee

Clear written terms.

When to use
A senior hire needs an agreement

Beyond a simple offer letter.

When to use
Want to protect IP and confidential information

Through IP assignment and NDA clauses.

When to use
Want specific role and compensation

Including bonus, equity, benefits.

Common mistakes

What to avoid.

Mistake
No IP assignment

Employer takes risk on ownership.

Mistake
Non-compete in California

Banned for most workers.

Mistake
Inconsistent with offer letter

Creates risk.

Mistake
Missing at-will language

Preserves termination flexibility.

FAQ

Common questions.

Is an Employment Agreement required?
Not legally. Senior hires typically have one.
What is at-will?
Default in most states. Either party can terminate at any time, subject to anti-discrimination laws.
Can I include a non-compete?
State-dependent. California: banned for most.
Does this apply to contractors?
No. Contractors use Independent Contractor Agreements.

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