The seminar will be held in French, from 11:00 to 12:30, and will be followed by a sandwich lunch.

In a constantly evolving labour market, talent mobility – whether involving managers or key employees – has become a normal part of business life. Sudden departures, moves to competitors, client poaching, use of confidential data, breaches of confidentiality or loyalty… The legal and operational risks linked to a departure are numerous.

However, the law provides a wide range of mechanisms to prevent these risks and to take action when necessary. A strong preventive policy and an appropriate response in case of incidents are essential to protect the company’s interests: client base, know-how, data, reputation…

This seminar offers a practical overview of legal tools and best practices to safeguard the company’s interests – before, during and after the collaboration.

PROGRAMME

During this seminar, the following topics will be covered: 

• Employees vs self-employed: differences in status, obligations and specific risks for managers
• The importance of a preventive policy: overall vision and HR/legal strategy
• Contracts: non-compete, confidentiality, non-solicitation, exclusivity, IP, training clause, return of assets
• Internal policies: code of conduct, ICT, communication monitoring (CBA No. 81), privacy, video surveillance, exit controls
• Private investigations: conditions and limits
• Response towards the employee or self-employed: sanctions, dismissal, termination for cause, formal notice
• Actions against the former manager and/or the new employer/client: interim measures, cease-and-desist, damages, criminal complaint

TRAINERS

Sacha HENET, Lawyer, Eubelius

Gilles VANDEWIELE, Lawyer, Eubelius

Ambre VRANCKX, Lawyer, Eubelius

PARTICIPATION 

Beci members and Eubelius guests: free (no-show fee: €50)​

Access members: €125 excl. VAT ​

Non-members: €250 excl. VAT