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Non-solicitation clause

A non-solicitation clause stops one party from poaching the other's staff or customers for a period. It is easier to enforce than a non-compete because it is narrower.

Prepared by a retired English qualified solicitor (LLB, LLM) · reviewed · applies across the UK unless stated · how we draft

In more detail

The restriction should be limited in time and to people or customers the party actually dealt with.

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Reviewed 2026-09-24. General legal information, not legal advice.