Arkansas Non-Disclosure Agreement PDF
Arkansas at a glance: Trade Secret Law: Arkansas Trade Secrets Act, Ark. Code § 4-75-601 et seq. · Enforceability: Enforceable if reasonable in scope and duration · Notarization: Not required
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Non-Disclosure Agreements in Arkansas
Arkansas enforces NDAs under general contract law principles and has adopted its own version of the Uniform Trade Secrets Act. Courts require confidentiality restrictions to be reasonable and connected to a legitimate business interest.
Arkansas also enforces reasonable non-compete provisions under its Non-Compete Statute, which can be combined with confidentiality obligations in employment agreements.
Arkansas Non-Disclosure Agreement — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Arkansas Rule |
|---|---|
| Trade Secret Law | Arkansas Trade Secrets Act, Ark. Code § 4-75-601 et seq. |
| Enforceability | Enforceable if reasonable in scope and duration |
| Notarization | Not required |
| Typical Duration | 1–5 years; indefinite for trade secrets |
| Non-Competes | Governed by Ark. Code § 4-75-101 |
Arkansas Legal Requirements
- Restrictions must be reasonable in scope, time, and geographic area.
- Must protect a legitimate business interest such as trade secrets or confidential client information.
- Cannot prevent disclosure of illegal conduct or activity protected under federal labor law.
- Trade secret claims must meet the statutory definition under Arkansas law.
Arkansas Governing Laws
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Arkansas legal resources or your state legislature's official website.