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Georgia Employment Contract

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Georgia at a glance: Non-Compete Enforceability: Enforceable under Restrictive Covenants Act · Reasonable Time: 2 years presumed reasonable · Governing Law: O.C.G.A. § 13-8-50

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Overview

Employment Contracts in Georgia

Georgia enforces non-competes under the Restrictive Covenants Act, which provides clear statutory guidelines (O.C.G.A. § 13-8-50).
Key Facts

Georgia Employment Contract — Quick Reference

RequirementGeorgia Rule
Non-Compete EnforceabilityEnforceable under Restrictive Covenants Act
Reasonable Time2 years presumed reasonable
Governing LawO.C.G.A. § 13-8-50
Legal Requirements

Georgia Legal Requirements

  • Covenants must be in writing and protect legitimate business interests.
Governing Laws

Georgia Governing Laws

O.C.G.A. § 13-8-50
Georgia Restrictive Covenants Act
Provides statutory rules for employee agreements.

Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Georgia legal resources or your state legislature's official website.

Questions & Answers

Georgia Employment Contract — Frequently Asked Questions

Can Georgia courts rewrite an overbroad non-compete?

Yes, the Restrictive Covenants Act allows Georgia courts to modify overbroad covenants to make them enforceable.