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Employment Contract
Create a compliant Massachusetts employment contract for Independent Financial Advisors. Protect your RIA with M.G.L. ch. 149 reforms and SEC/FINRA standards.
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Clearly defines the employer and employee, including legal names and addresses, to establish who is bound by the contract.
Specifies the employee's position, duties, and responsibilities, providing clarity on job expectations, which helps prevent future disputes.
Details salary, payment schedule, and any additional benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, bonuses, etc., to ensure clarity on remuneration terms.
Outlines expected working hours, overtime policies, and any flexible working arrangements, essential for setting mutual expectations.
Defines the duration of employment (if applicable) and conditions under which either party can terminate the contract, including notice periods and severance, to manage termination processes.
Requires the employee to keep proprietary information confidential, protecting the employer's business interests and trade secrets.
Restricts employee's ability to compete with employer or solicit clients and employees post-employment, although enforceability varies by state.
Outlines methods for resolving disputes, such as arbitration or mediation, which can lower litigation costs.
Ensures that if one part of the contract is invalid, the remainder stays in effect, preserving the contract’s overall integrity.
Specifies which state's laws will govern the contract and where any legal actions would be taken, providing predictability in the legal environment.
Requires any modifications to the contract to be in writing and signed by both parties, ensuring that the written contract remains the definitive source of agreement terms.
In the highly regulated Massachusetts financial landscape, a standard contract isn't enough to protect your firm. Independent Financial Advisors handle sensitive AUM data and maintain strict fiduciary duties under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940. This document ensures compliance with the 2018 Massachusetts Noncompete Agreement Act (M.G.L. ch. 149, § 24L), specifically addressing garden leave and geographic scope, while safeguarding your firm against fiduciary liability and Chapter 93A consumer protection claims. By defining clear AUM fee structures and rigid data privacy protocols under M.G.L. ch. 93H, you mitigate the risk of wage theft disputes and regulatory audits.
Under M.G.L. ch. 149, § 24L, any non-compete clause must be in writing, signed by both parties, and expressly state the right to consult counsel. It must also include a 'garden leave' clause or other mutually agreed-upon consideration, and generally cannot exceed 12 months in duration. Our template helps you structure these restrictive covenants to be enforceable in Massachusetts courts.
Massachusetts law (M.G.L. ch. 149, § 148) is strict regarding wage theft. If an advisor is terminated, all earned wages—including accrued vacation and non-discretionary bonuses—must be paid in full on the day of discharge. Failure to do so can lead to treble damages and attorney fees.
The contract explicitly outlines the standards required by the SEC and FINRA, ensuring the advisor acknowledges their fiduciary duty to act in the client's best interest. It links these duties to specific portfolio allocation and risk tolerance protocols to mitigate E&O claims and investment loss liabilities.
Yes. Given that advisors handle sensitive financial data, the contract includes confidentiality provisions aligned with M.G.L. ch. 93H, requiring the employee to adhere to the firm's Written Information Security Program (WISP) to protect client PII.
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