FTC Proposed Noncompete Ban Forum

On January 5, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a proposed rule that would ban employers from entering into or maintaining noncompete clauses with workers. Questions abound regarding the authority of the FTC to create such a rule and the potential implications of its adoption in its current form or based on proposed alternatives.

Join us for a discussion of the potential impact of the proposed rule, featuring insights from lawyers specializing in antitrust, appellate, employment, executive compensation, intellectual property, and M&A transactions.

TOPICS WILL INCLUDE:

• Overview of the proposed rule
• Overview of the rule creation process
• Transactional considerations
• Labor and employment considerations
• Intellectual property considerations
• Executive compensation considerations
• Takeaways for businesses