Quick Facts — Noncompete Agreement Lawyers (Nevada)

Is a Non-Compete Agreement Enforceable in Nevada?

Yes. In Nevada, non-compete agreements are enforceable but these contracts must meet certain conditions that have been outlined in Nevada state statutes. The four conditions that must be met include:

  1. Consideration. Consideration is required for all contracts. For non-compete agreements, continued employment, a promotion, or monetary compensation are all examples of adequate consideration.
  2. Restraint. The restrictions imposed must be no greater than necessary to protect the employer.
  3. No undue hardship. The terms in the non-compete cannot impose undue hardship on the employee.
  4. Appropriate restrictions. The restrictions in the contract are appropriate for the consideration offered.

If a non-compete agreement meets these requirements, it will be enforceable.

Non-compete agreements will never be enforced against hourly workers or attorneys in Nevada.

How Long Does a Nevada Non-Compete Agreement Last?

When determining how long a non-compete agreement can last, courts in Nevada will consider the geographic boundaries to decide if the duration is reasonable. Generally, the larger the geographic boundary, the shorter the duration of the agreement must be.

Some examples of reasonable non-compete duration and geographic boundary combinations include:

  • 2 years and a 5-mile radius
  • 1 year and the city of Reno

Unreasonable non-compete examples include:

  • 2 years and 50-mile radius
  • 5 years and 100-mile radius

How Do You Get Around a Non-Compete Agreement in Nevada?

To get around a non-compete agreement in Nevada, the employee must show the court that the agreement violates one of the conditions set by the statute governing non-compete agreements.

What Voids a Non-Compete Agreement in Nevada?

A non-compete agreement is void if it is too broad or unreasonable. This may be due to an unreasonable duration, geographic boundary, or limitation on the employee’s conduct.

Although Nevada allows the practice of blue penciling, courts rarely use this practice. Generally, if a non-compete is ruled as unenforceable, it will be struck down and void.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I hire a lawyer to draft a noncompete agreement in Nevada?
How much does it cost to hire a lawyer to review a noncompete agreement in Nevada?

See Noncompete Agreement by State

See Real Non-Compete Agreement Projects

Florida NDA and NCA Review
  • Florida
  • 7 lawyer bids
  • $225 - $500
View Details
Utah Non-compete analysis Review
  • Utah
  • 3 lawyer bids
  • $495 - $1,850
View Details
California Review non-compete and proprietary invention agreement Review
  • California
  • 7 lawyer bids
  • $495 - $1,500
View Details
Florida Review Noncompete Agreement Review
  • Florida
  • 8 lawyer bids
  • $240 - $700
View Details
Texas Non-compete settlement agreement Review
  • Texas
  • 10 lawyer bids
  • $300 - $999
View Details
Illinois confidentiality and non-compete agreement review Review
  • Illinois
  • 6 lawyer bids
  • $599 - $850
View Details

See all Non-Compete Agreement projects in Nevada


ContractsCounsel is not a law firm, and this post should not be considered and does not contain legal advice. To ensure the information and advice in this post are correct, sufficient, and appropriate for your situation, please consult a licensed attorney. Also, using or accessing ContractsCounsel's site does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and ContractsCounsel.


Need help with a Noncompete Agreement?

Create a free project posting
Clients Rate Lawyers 4.9 Stars
based on 20,401 reviews

Meet some of our Nevada Noncompete Agreement Lawyers

Jeremiah C. on ContractsCounsel
View Jeremiah
5.0 (68)
Member Since:
March 5, 2021

Jeremiah C.

Partner/Attorney at Law
Houston
18 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NV TX
Thomas Jefferson

Creative, results driven business & technology executive with 27 years of experience (17+ as a business/corporate lawyer). A problem solver with a passion for business, technology, and law. I bring a thorough understanding of the intersection of the law and business needs to any endeavor, having founded multiple startups myself with successful exits. I provide professional business and legal consulting. Throughout my career I've represented a number large corporations (including some of the top Fortune 500 companies) but the vast majority of my clients these days are startups and small businesses. Having represented hundreds of successful crowdfunded startups, I'm one of the most well known attorneys for startups seeking CF funds. I hold a Juris Doctor degree with a focus on Business/Corporate Law, a Master of Business Administration degree in Entrepreneurship, A Master of Education degree and dual Bachelor of Science degrees. I look forward to working with any parties that have a need for my skill sets.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Jeremiah was pleasant to speak to and provided high quality work. I appreciate that he took the time to call me personally instead of a paralegal. Work delivered early and high quality! Highly recommend"

Christina M. on ContractsCounsel
View Christina
5.0 (12)
Member Since:
June 22, 2023

Christina M.

Legal Consultant
Free Consultation
Las Vegas, NV
19 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NV
UNLV Boyd School of Law

I am a regulatory transactional attorney with 16 years of in-house experience, largely in the gaming/gambling industry. I have negotiated various types and sizes of contracts from janitorial services for a small commercial building to multi-million dollar technology transactions. I also have a strong regulatory background that strengthens my ability to navigate contracts that are subject to stringent regulations.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Great lawyer and easy to work with. She really cares about your business."

Max K. on ContractsCounsel
View Max
5.0 (12)
Member Since:
August 5, 2023

Max K.

Attorney, EMBA
Free Consultation
Las Vegas, Nevada
14 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NV CA, NY, TX
Western State University College of Law

Transactional attorney with experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts, licenses, leases, general business practices and dispute resolution. Licensed in Nevada, California and New York. I never charge for phone calls - happy to chat. www.linkedin.com/in/maxkelner

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"This was my 1st time having to consult with a legal expert about anything and Max made the process easy and stress-free."

Jocelyne U. on ContractsCounsel
View Jocelyne
Member Since:
May 30, 2023

Jocelyne U.

Attortney
Free Consultation
Las Vegas, Nevada
24 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NV MI
University of Detroit Mercy

Jocelyne Uy graduated from law school in 2002 where she began her career in insurance defense where she practiced a wide range of issues relating to insurance policies and claims. Identifying a need for representation for those working cross border, Jocelyne understood the unique interplay of the laws of Canada and the U.S. and started her first firm in Michigan focusing on Canadian American immigration and tax law. Jocelyne and her partner realize that Nevada residents continuously face challenges in finding affordable and accessible representation to assist with their debt issues. Because of these challenges and continuous shifting economy, they are committed to assisting anyone who finds themselves struggling to handle the debt and credit cycle that often feels hopeless and endless. Jocelyne's firm has assisted clients in post-COVID financial crisis ranging from credit card debt, student loan debt, and COVID unemployment repayment hearings.

Keren G. on ContractsCounsel
View Keren
Member Since:
July 13, 2023

Keren G.

Partner
Free Consultation
New Orleans
18 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NV CA, LA
University of California, Davis School of Law

Keren E. Gesund has extensive litigation expense. She has successfully defended and prosecuted claims against debt collectors, banks, credit reporting agencies, subcontractors, manufacturers and consumers who have suffered harassment or injury. She handles contentious business and commercial cases for both plaintiffs and defendants in state and federal court.

Jessica G. on ContractsCounsel
View Jessica
Member Since:
October 10, 2023

Find the best lawyer for your project

Browse Lawyers Now

Lawyer Reviews for Nevada Noncompete Agreement Projects

confidentiality and non-compete agreement review

5.0

"Ryenne provides excellent service and highly recommended"

Illinois
Review
Non-Compete Agreement
ContractsCounsel User

Review of Non-Compete Agreement and Severance in Georgia

5.0

"Great to work with and very thorough in his review! Thank you!!"

Georgia
Review
Non-Compete Agreement
ContractsCounsel User

Review Noncompete Agreement

5.0

"Robert was very helpful and responsive. I had my questions answered and had suggestions on how to make the agreement more fair. I would definitely work with Robert again."

Wisconsin
Review
Non-Compete Agreement
ContractsCounsel User

Review Non-Solicitation Clause and Draft Preventative Letter in NYC

5.0

"Zack was a pleasure to work with. He was thorough, responsive, and provided clear, practical guidance for my situation."

New York
Review
Non-Compete Agreement
ContractsCounsel User

Review Non-Compete Clause in Coaching Program Agreement

5.0

"Zachary did a great job and delivered his answers quickly."

Florida
Premium
Review
Non-Compete Agreement
ContractsCounsel User

Contracts

Noncompete Agreement

Florida

Asked on Jul 30, 2023

Noncompete agreement and severance packages?

I recently left my job of 5 years, where I had signed a non-compete agreement. I am now negotiating a severance package with my former employer and am unsure of what my rights and obligations are regarding the non-compete agreement. I am seeking clarification on how the non-compete agreement should be handled in relation to the terms of my severance package.

Diane D.

Answered Sep 1, 2023

To be able to answer this question, I would need to see the agreements. No one can answer your question without seeing the agreements.

Read 1 attorney answer>

Employee Rights

Noncompete Agreement

Georgia

Asked on Jul 4, 2023

How does a noncompete agreement work?

I am an employee at a small business and I have recently been asked to sign a noncompete agreement. I am not sure how these agreements work and what rights I have as an employee. I am also concerned about the restrictions that could be placed on me if I sign the agreement. I want to make sure I understand the implications of signing the agreement before I do so.

Nancy B.

Answered Aug 4, 2023

In its simplest terms, a noncompete agreement in an employment context is an agreement that says you will not compete with your former employer if you ever stop working for them. It typically forbids things like: + Working for a competitor + Starting a company that sells the same services/products as your employer + Recruiting employees from your current employer after you have left that employment. One thought is that this could be requested shortly before letting an employee go just to protect the company from competition but I hope that is not the case here as it seems like an unfair use of the noncompete agreement ability in Georgia. The issues are usually the geographical scope (for example within 15 miles of Dalton, Georgia), the time period (one or two years is usually sufficient and courts do not favor long noncompete agreements), and the consideration (such as a new job - which is not applicable in your case, or more compensation). Regards, Nancy A. Burnett

Read 1 attorney answer>

Employment

Noncompete Agreement

New York

Asked on Jun 4, 2023

Noncompete agreement and industry restrictions?

I recently signed a Noncompete Agreement with my current employer. I am looking to explore other opportunities in my industry and want to know what restrictions my noncompete agreement might have on me. I am interested in understanding the limitations of the agreement and if there are any potential implications of taking a job in the same industry.

Danielle G.

Answered Jul 11, 2023

In order to ascertain the limitations and implications, you would need to review the specific language of the agreement. If the non-compete is very broad, it's possible it would not be enforceable. In New York, for a non-compete agreement to be enforceable, it must be for a reasonable period of time and limited geographic scope. It also must protect the employer's legitimate interest. For example, the restrictions must protect confidential information or specialized skills you gained while on the job, or some other legitimate interest. If the agreement goes beyond those limitations, a court could find the non-complete to be unreasonable and unenforceable, in whole or in part. As to what restrictions your specific non-compete imposes (and the reasonableness of those restrictions), you would need to look at the specific language in the agreement. If you are unsure about the limitations, you should seek advice of counsel to help decipher the extent it would apply to your industry in general, and the likelihood it would be enforceable in court.

Read 1 attorney answer>

Employee Rights

Noncompete Agreement

Texas

Asked on Jun 3, 2023

Noncompete agreement and moonlighting?

I am an employee at a company that has recently asked me to sign a noncompete agreement. I am considering doing so, but I am concerned about whether or not the agreement would prevent me from taking on additional freelance work outside of my normal job. I am interested in moonlighting and need to know if a noncompete agreement would limit my ability to do so.

Curt L.

Answered Jun 6, 2023

If you moonlighting work is in the same business and same market, it is almost certainly prohibited by a noncompete agreement.

Read 1 attorney answer>

Employment

Noncompete Agreement

Delaware

Asked on Dec 12, 2023

Employee contract, such as non compete/non solicit, could having this contract ever result in criminal/jail time?

If someone accuses you of fraud, because they believe you never had intended to honor your employment contract such as non-compete/non-solicit. Could this ever become a criminal case, resulting in criminal/jail time?

Matthew S.

Answered Dec 16, 2023

No, at worst, it is a breach of a contract which is a civil matter to be handled in civil court.

Read 1 attorney answer>
See more legal questions…

Quick, user friendly and one of the better ways I've come across to get ahold of lawyers willing to take new clients.

View Trustpilot Review

Need help with a Noncompete Agreement?

Create a free project posting
Clients Rate Lawyers 4.9 Stars
based on 20,401 reviews
Employment lawyers by top cities
See All Nevada Employment Lawyers
Nevada Noncompete Agreement lawyers by city
See All Noncompete Agreement Lawyers

ContractsCounsel User

Recent Project:
Question on a non compete clause
Location: Wyoming
Turnaround: Less than a week
Service: Contract Review
Doc Type: Non-Compete Agreement
Page Count: 3
Number of Bids: 2
Bid Range: $249 - $400
User Feedback:
nice working with Michael, answered my question and was willing to help for a decent price

ContractsCounsel User

Recent Project:
Review non compete
Location: Arizona
Turnaround: Less than a week
Service: Contract Review
Doc Type: Non-Compete Agreement
Page Count: 3
Number of Bids: 5
Bid Range: $250 - $500

Need help with a Noncompete Agreement?

Create a free project posting
Clients Rate Lawyers 4.9 Stars
based on 20,401 reviews

Want to speak to someone?

Get in touch below and we will schedule a time to connect!

Request a call

Find lawyers and attorneys by city