Non-Compete Clause · Virginia

Is a non-compete clause enforceable in Virginia in 2026?

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Short answerIn Virginia, courts frequently decline to enforce non-compete clauses as written — striking or narrowing them in 1 of the 1 rulings we track.

Based on 1 verified holding(s) from court opinions and regulatory actions, here's the breakdown for non-compete clauses in Virginia:

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Full rulings

Struck / unenforceableconfidence: medium

“The court makes the same finding regarding the covenant prohibiting solicitation and/or hiring of staff.”

Covenant language at issue“shall not, directly or indirectly, whether for himself or for' another person or entity, solicit or induce, or attempt to solicit or induce, any person who was employed by Patient First at any time during the twelve (12) month period immediately preceding the termination of [employee’s] employment t…”

View the source opinion ↗ 83 Va. Cir. 3

Disclaimer: This is an automated, informational early-warning signal derived from primary sources. It is NOT legal advice and creates no attorney-client relationship. Enforceability is fact- and jurisdiction-specific and changes over time; consult a licensed attorney before acting.
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