Guide to Restrictive Covenants - Luxembourg

Partner Florence Apostolou and Senior Associate Christiana Goula have written the Luxembourg chapter of the International Employment Lawyer's (IEL) Guide to Restrictive Covenants. The Guide provides a comprehensive overview of the legal framework governing restrictive covenants in employment across 25 countries worldwide, covering key issues from enforceability requirements and different types of restrictions to post-termination obligations, employer enforcement procedures, remedies and cross-border considerations.

Luxembourg takes a cautious and employee-protective approach to restrictive covenants, with enforceability depending largely on proportionality, the employer’s legitimate interests and the employee’s role. While confidentiality, non-solicitation and limited non-compete provisions are used in practice, post-termination restrictions are scrutinised carefully and broader restraints are more likely to be upheld only where they are narrowly drafted and well justified.

Download the full Luxembourg chapter below.

The information provided is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. The transmission and receipt of information contained on this platform does not form or constitute an attorney-client relationship. It is important to seek legal advice from a qualified attorney regarding any specific legal issue or problem.