Restrictive Covenants Solicitors

Restrictive covenants in employment contracts can significantly impact your career or business. Our specialist employment solicitors provide expert advice on non-compete clauses, non-solicitation agreements, and post-termination restrictions across England and Wales. Get the legal guidance you need today.

Don't Risk Your Career or Business – Get Specialist Legal Advice Today

Are you facing restrictive covenant issues that could threaten your livelihood or business interests? Time is running out to protect your future. At Wildings Solicitors, we understand the stress and uncertainty you’re experiencing right now, and we’re here to provide the immediate, expert guidance you need.

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What Are Restrictive Covenants & Why You Can't Afford to Ignore Them

Restrictive covenants are powerful legal clauses that can significantly impact your future career prospects or business operations. These contractual restrictions are designed to protect employers’ legitimate business interests, but when improperly drafted or enforced, they can unfairly limit your ability to earn a living.

Why Immediate Action Is Critical

The enforceability of restrictive covenants depends on several factors that require expert legal analysis. Delays in seeking advice can:

  • Allow evidence to disappear or weaken
  • Strengthen your former employer’s position
  • Reduce your available legal remedies
  • Result in court injunctions against you
  • Lead to significant financial penalties

The Hidden Dangers of Restrictive Covenants

Restrictive covenants can silently derail your career, income, and future. Here's what you must understand before it's too late.

Non-Compete Clauses

These prevent you from working for competitors or starting competing businesses for a specified period – potentially cutting off your income source when you need it most. Without expert legal advice, you could face severe financial consequences and career limitations.

Non-Solicitation Restrictions

These stop you from approaching former clients or colleagues – directly threatening your ability to build a new business or advance your career. The financial impact can be devastating if not properly challenged.

Non-Dealing Provisions

Even more restrictive than non-solicitation clauses, these prevent ANY business dealings with specified clients, regardless of who initiates contact. Without immediate legal intervention, these could destroy your professional relationships and future prospects.

Garden Leave Requirements

These force you to remain employed but excluded from the workplace during your notice period – keeping you from starting your next opportunity while still bound by restrictive terms. Every day that passes without expert advice weakens your position.

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Why You Need Specialist Legal Advice Today – Not Tomorrow

When facing restrictive covenant issues, timing is everything. The longer you wait, the fewer options you’ll have and the greater risk you face.

If you need to enforce restrictive covenants, immediate action is essential to:

  • Prevent irreparable damage to your business relationships
  • Secure your confidential information before it’s compromised
  • Ensure your restrictions remain legally enforceable
  • Demonstrate the seriousness of your intent to enforce

If you’re bound by restrictive covenants, you urgently need to understand:

  • Whether your restrictions can be legally challenged (many cannot be enforced)
  • The severe consequences of breaching these clauses (including potential court action)
  • Your immediate options for protecting your career and income
  • How to negotiate with your former employer from a position of strength

Why Choose Wildings Solicitors for Your Urgent Restrictive Covenant Matter

When your career or business is at stake, you need solicitors with proven expertise and a track record of success.

Unmatched Employment Law Expertise

Our team combines decades of experience with a deep understanding of recent Employment Appeal Tribunal rulings. You’ll get advice grounded in real, current precedent.

Proven Results in Restrictive Covenant Cases

  • Negotiated releases from unfair restrictions
  • Successful court challenges
  • Career-protecting strategic settlements
  • Business-saving enforcement actions

Commercial & Practical Focus

We combine rigorous legal expertise with solutions tailored to your life, family and goals — not just the letter of the law.

Fast, Effective Support

  • Same-day consultations available
  • Clear, practical advice from the first call
  • Urgent action plans to safeguard your future
  • Ongoing, accessible legal guidance

Frequently Asked Questions About Restrictive Covenants

We understand the urgency of your situation and can provide initial advice within 24 hours of receiving your enquiry. Every day that passes without expert legal guidance weakens your position and could lead to irreversible damage to your career or business interests. Our specialist team is standing by to assess your restrictions immediately and develop a strategic action plan tailored to your specific circumstances.


Don’t risk your future by waiting – complete our simple enquiry form now for a rapid response from our specialist team.

Yes, many restrictive covenants are unenforceable if they’re unreasonable in scope, duration, or geographical coverage. However, determining enforceability requires expert legal analysis based on the latest case law and your specific situation. Without proper legal advice, you risk either being unnecessarily restricted by an unenforceable clause or breaching an enforceable one – both with potentially devastating consequences for your career and finances.

Get immediate clarity on your specific restrictions – fill in our enquiry form now for expert assessment of your covenant’s enforceability.

Breaching a restrictive covenant without proper legal guidance can result in serious consequences, including court injunctions that immediately halt your new employment or business, substantial financial damages, and permanent damage to your professional reputation. Your former employer may already be building their case against you, gathering evidence while you remain unprotected. Our specialists can quickly assess your specific situation and help you avoid these potentially life-altering consequences.

Protect yourself from severe legal consequences – complete our enquiry form today for urgent protective advice.

We offer transparent fee structures and will clearly explain all costs during your initial consultation. The financial investment in expert legal advice now is minimal compared to the potential career damage and financial penalties of facing restrictive covenant issues without proper legal support. Many clients find that a single consultation provides the strategic guidance needed to protect their interests and avoid costly mistakes.

Invest in your future security – complete our enquiry form for a clear cost breakdown and initial consultation.

Yes, but immediate action is absolutely essential. If you’ve received a letter before action or court papers, you’re already at a significant disadvantage, and every hour that passes further weakens your position. Our emergency response team can quickly intervene to protect your interests, even if legal proceedings have already begun. We have successfully defended many clients who came to us after receiving legal threats.

Don’t face legal threats alone – complete our urgent response form now for immediate protective action.

Unlike general practice firms, our specialists focus exclusively on employment law with particular expertise in restrictive covenant cases across England and Wales. Our proven track record includes successfully challenging unenforceable restrictions and negotiating favourable settlements that protect our clients’ career prospects and business interests. We combine deep legal knowledge with practical, commercial solutions that address your specific situation.

Experience the difference expert representation makes – fill in our enquiry form to connect with our specialist team today.

Still Have Questions?

The Cost of Delay Could Be Devastating

Every day without expert legal advice increases your risk of:

  • Permanent damage to your career prospects
  • Significant financial losses that cannot be recovered
  • Court injunctions that severely restrict your options
  • Costly legal battles that could have been avoided
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