James Gale
Co-Chair, Intellectual Property Litigation | Cozen O'Connor
Jonathan L. Sulds
Shareholder | Greenberg Traurig, LLPU.S. Non-Compete Agreements Post-FTC: What Employers and Counsel Need to Know | Live Webinar
Broadcast Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM (ET) | On-Demand 24hrs Later
The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) recent rule restricting non-compete agreements has reshaped the employment law landscape in the United States. While legal challenges continue, employers and counsel must prepare for a workplace where non-competes are largely unenforceable.
This CLE webinar will provide practical insights on navigating the post-FTC environment, including the impact on existing agreements, alternative contractual strategies, and compliance considerations. Panelists will also examine the potential consequences for recruitment, retention, and trade secret protection, equipping attendees with the tools needed to safeguard business interests while remaining compliant with evolving regulations.
Key Topics:
- Overview of the FTC’s non-compete rule and current legal challenges
- Implications for existing agreements and steps employers should take now
- Alternative approaches to protecting confidential information and trade secrets
- Drafting enforceable non-solicitation and non-disclosure agreements
- Compliance strategies for multi-state employers and industries heavily reliant on non-competes
- Anticipated litigation trends and enforcement priorities post-FTC rule
- Practical considerations for workforce planning, recruitment, and retention
Who Should Attend:
- Labor & Employment Lawyers
- HR Professionals
- Compliance Officers
- Business Owners
- Top Level Executives
- General/In-house Counsel
Register for this course by clicking the “Take this Course” at the top of the page.
CLE Credit:
Course Level: Intermediate | Advance Preparation: Print and review course materials
Method of Presentation: Live Webcast | Prerequisite: Basic Knowledge of Noncompete Agreements
Course Code: 1411342 | Total Credit: 1.5
CLE Credit:
CA CLE 1.50 General – Approved Until: 10/14/2027
PA CLE 1.50 General – Approved Until: 10/14/2027
VT CLE 1.50 General – Approved Until: 12/31/2026
NJ CLE 1.50 General – Credits through Reciprocity
NY CLE 1.50 Areas of Professional Practice – Credits through Reciprocity
AR CLE 1.50 General – Credits through Reciprocity
CT CLE 1.50 General – Credits through Reciprocity
NH CLE 1.50 General – Meets the requirements of NH Supreme Court Rule 53
MO CLE 1.50 General – Approved Until: 10/14/2025
Pending CLE Application: GA, TN, WI
Self-Apply: AL, CO, DE, FL, ID, IL, IN, IO, KS, KY, LA, NC, ME, MN, MS, MT, NE, NM, NV, ND, OH, OK, OR, SC, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WY
If you’d like us to apply for CLE, you may opt to pay the CLE processing fee here.
No MCLE Requirements: DC, MD, MA, MI, SD
Not Eligible for CLE: AK, AZ, HI
Instructions for Participating the Live Webinar
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- Please Register for the course by clicking the "Take this Course" button if you have not already registered.
- Check Your Email – 24 hours before the webinar, you will receive an email with all necessary instructions, including access details and course materials. This information will also be posted on lesson when it is available.
- Download Course Materials – Course materials will be available for download **24-48 hours before** the live webinar. Be sure to review them in advance. The Link to download is available by clicking the lesson tab.
- Join the Webinar – Follow the instructions in the email to access the live broadcast at the scheduled time.
- Note the Secret Words – During the webinar, secret words will be announced periodically. Please write them down.
- Take the Quiz – After the webinar, click on the quiz link below and enter the secret words to complete the quiz.
- Print Your Certificate – Upon completing the quiz, you will be able to print your Certificate of Attendance, which includes instructions on how to obtain CLE, CPE, or other applicable credits for the course.
- On-Demand Access – The on-demand version of this course will be available 24-48 hours after the live webinar. If you miss the live presentation or need to review the content, you will have access to the on-demand version as an enrolled student. To access on-demand content, click the lesson and follow the instructions.
- Support: If you have any questions, please refer to the email instructions or contact support: support@theknowledgegroup.zohodesk.com.