Document background
The Non-Solicitation Agreement For Independent Contractors is essential for businesses operating in Hong Kong that engage independent contractors and need to protect their client relationships, workforce, and business interests. This document becomes particularly important in scenarios where contractors have access to valuable client relationships, sensitive business information, or key employees. The agreement must be carefully drafted to comply with Hong Kong common law principles, ensuring that restrictions are reasonable in scope, duration, and geographical coverage. It differs from employee non-solicitation agreements due to the independent contractor relationship and requires specific provisions to maintain this distinction while remaining enforceable under Hong Kong law. The document typically includes detailed definitions of restricted activities, temporal and geographical limitations, and clear enforcement mechanisms.
