The regulatory landscape for noncompete agreements has shifted dramatically following the Federal Trade Commission’s withdrawal of its proposed nationwide ban in September 2025. Employers now face renewed uncertainty, evolving enforcement priorities, and a complex patchwork of state laws.
Join our Partner Courtney Lytle Sarnow for this timely and practical CLE program examining what employers must know now in the wake of the FTC reversal.
Use code CLSCLE26 at checkout to receive FREE access to this live CLE program.
WHAT: Live Video Broadcast
WHEN: March 6, 2026, 1 pm – 3:10 pm EST
CLE: 2.0 Credit Hours
Tuition: $195 or use Code CLSCLE26 at checkout
What you’ll learn:
- The FTC’s original justification for the noncompete ban and challenges to its legal authority
- The federal court injunction and ultimate withdrawal of the rule (September 2025)
- The FTC’s current enforcement posture under Section 5 of the FTC Act
- The evolving patchwork of state noncompete laws and recent reforms
- Best practices for drafting compliant noncompete, nonsolicitation, and confidentiality provisions
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