Restrictive Covenants Litigation
Experienced Counsel in Restrictive Covenant Disputes
Bassford Remele’s Restrictive Covenant Litigation team represents both businesses and employees in high-stakes disputes involving non-competes, non-solicitation clauses, confidentiality agreements, and other post-employment restrictions. Whether protecting business assets or defending individual career opportunities, we provide strategic advocacy tailored to the unique needs of each client.
With more than 30 years of experience, we have been at the forefront of unfair competition litigation—shaping Minnesota law and securing favorable outcomes in some of the state’s most significant cases. Our work extends nationwide, representing clients in both state and federal courts, with a track record that spans from startups and small businesses to Fortune 500 companies and senior executives.
Achieving Early Success
Because many restrictive covenant disputes are won or lost at the injunction stage, we excel at positioning cases for early success. We regularly bring and secure temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions on behalf of businesses seeking to protect their interests, while also defeating them when defending employees against overly broad restrictions. Our measured yet aggressive approach ensures that companies’ competitive advantages are protected and employees’ rights and opportunities are preserved.
Services
Types of Cases We Handle
- Non-compete disputes
- Non-solicitation claims (clients, customers, or employees)
- Non-dealing enforcement
- Anti-poaching restrictions
- Confidentiality, trade secret, and NDA litigation
Litigation Services for Businesses and Employees
- Enforcement actions and injunctive relief for employers
- Defense against restrictive covenant claims for employees
- Emergency motion practice (TROs and preliminary injunctions)
- Trade secret misappropriation litigation
- Strategic counseling to guide clients through active disputes
