Non-Disclosure Agreement
Protect client tax data with a New Jersey-specific Non-Disclosure Agreement tailored for tax preparation firms. Safeguard W-2s, 1099s, and confidential financials while 1
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This Non-Disclosure Agreement (this "Agreement") is entered into as of [effective_date] (the "Effective Date"), by and between [disclosing_party] (the "Disclosing Party") and [receiving_party] (the "Receiving Party"). The Disclosing Party and the Receiving Party may be referred to herein individually as a "Party" and collectively as the "Parties."
WHEREAS, the Disclosing Party possesses certain confidential and proprietary information relating to its business, operations, products, services, research, development, technical data, trade secrets, and other matters (collectively, "Confidential Information"); and
WHEREAS, the Receiving Party desires to receive, and the Disclosing Party is willing to disclose, certain Confidential Information for the purpose of evaluating or pursuing a potential business relationship between the Parties (the "Purpose"); and
WHEREAS, as a condition to the disclosure of such Confidential Information, the Disclosing Party requires that the Receiving Party agree to maintain the confidentiality of such information in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements contained herein, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows:
"Confidential Information" means any and all non-public information, in any form or medium, whether written, oral, electronic, visual, or otherwise, that is disclosed by the Disclosing Party to the Receiving Party, either directly or indirectly, including but not limited to: [confidential_info]. Confidential Information shall also include any notes, analyses, compilations, studies, summaries, or other materials prepared by the Receiving Party that contain, reflect, or are derived from Confidential Information. Confidential Information shall not include information that: (a) is or becomes generally available to the public through no fault, act, or omission of the Receiving Party; (b) was already in the Receiving Party's possession without restriction prior to disclosure by the Disclosing Party, as evidenced by the Receiving Party's written records; (c) is independently developed by the Receiving Party without use of or reference to the Confidential Information, as evidenced by the Receiving Party's written records; or (d) is obtained by the Receiving Party from a third party who is not, to the Receiving Party's knowledge, under any obligation of confidentiality with respect to such information.
The Receiving Party agrees that it shall: (a) hold the Confidential Information in strict confidence and protect it with at least the same degree of care that it uses to protect its own confidential and proprietary information, but in no event less than a reasonable degree of care; (b) not disclose, publish, or otherwise disseminate the Confidential Information to any third party without the prior written consent of the Disclosing Party; (c) use the Confidential Information solely for the Purpose and not for any other purpose whatsoever; (d) limit access to the Confidential Information to those of its employees, officers, directors, agents, advisors, and representatives (collectively, "Representatives") who have a need to know such information for the Purpose and who are bound by obligations of confidentiality no less restrictive than those contained herein; and (e) be responsible for any breach of this Agreement by any of its Representatives. The Receiving Party shall promptly notify the Disclosing Party in writing upon discovery of any unauthorized use or disclosure of Confidential Information.
Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Agreement, the Receiving Party may disclose Confidential Information to the extent required by applicable law, regulation, or valid court order or subpoena (a "Legal Requirement"), provided that the Receiving Party: (a) provides the Disclosing Party with prompt written notice of such Legal Requirement prior to disclosure (to the extent legally permissible), so that the Disclosing Party may seek a protective order or other appropriate remedy; (b) cooperates with the Disclosing Party, at the Disclosing Party's expense, in seeking such protective order or other remedy; and (c) discloses only that portion of the Confidential Information that the Receiving Party is legally required to disclose, as advised by its legal counsel. Any Confidential Information disclosed pursuant to a Legal Requirement shall continue to be treated as Confidential Information for all other purposes under this Agreement.
This Agreement shall become effective as of the Effective Date and shall remain in full force and effect until terminated by either Party upon thirty (30) days' prior written notice to the other Party. Notwithstanding any termination or expiration of this Agreement, the Receiving Party's obligations of confidentiality with respect to all Confidential Information disclosed during the term of this Agreement shall survive and continue for a period as specified below from the date of disclosure of each item of Confidential Information.
Upon the termination or expiration of this Agreement, or upon the written request of the Disclosing Party at any time, the Receiving Party shall promptly: (a) return to the Disclosing Party all originals and copies of any documents, materials, and other tangible items containing or embodying Confidential Information; or (b) at the Disclosing Party's option, destroy all such documents, materials, and tangible items and provide the Disclosing Party with a written certification signed by an authorized officer of the Receiving Party confirming that all such materials have been destroyed. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Receiving Party may retain one (1) archival copy of the Confidential Information solely for the purpose of monitoring its ongoing obligations under this Agreement, and any Confidential Information retained in routine backup systems shall be subject to the continuing confidentiality obligations of this Agreement.
Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as granting to the Receiving Party any license, right, title, or interest in or to the Confidential Information, or any patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret, or other intellectual property right of the Disclosing Party. All Confidential Information shall remain the sole and exclusive property of the Disclosing Party. The Disclosing Party makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness, or fitness for any particular purpose of the Confidential Information. The Receiving Party acknowledges that it shall use the Confidential Information at its own risk.
The Receiving Party acknowledges and agrees that any breach or threatened breach of this Agreement may cause irreparable harm to the Disclosing Party for which monetary damages alone would be an inadequate remedy. Accordingly, the Disclosing Party shall be entitled to seek equitable relief, including injunction and specific performance, in addition to all other remedies available at law or in equity, without the necessity of proving actual damages or posting any bond or other security. Such equitable relief shall not be deemed to be the exclusive remedy for any breach of this Agreement, but shall be in addition to all other remedies available at law or in equity.
This Agreement shall be governed by, and construed and enforced in accordance with, the laws of the State of [state_law], without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Each Party irrevocably consents to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the state and federal courts located in the State of [state_law] for the adjudication of any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement, and each Party hereby irrevocably waives any objection it may have to such jurisdiction or venue, including any objection based on inconvenient forum.
9.1 Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, understandings, negotiations, and discussions, whether oral or written, between the Parties relating to the subject matter hereof. 9.2 Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid, legal, and enforceable, and the remaining provisions of this Agreement shall continue in full force and effect. 9.3 Amendment. This Agreement may not be amended, modified, or supplemented except by a written instrument signed by both Parties. 9.4 Waiver. No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective unless made in writing and signed by the waiving Party. The failure of either Party to enforce any provision of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of that Party's right to enforce that provision or any other provision of this Agreement in the future. 9.5 Assignment. The Receiving Party may not assign or transfer this Agreement, or any rights or obligations hereunder, without the prior written consent of the Disclosing Party. Any attempted assignment in violation of this provision shall be void and of no effect. 9.6 Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument. 9.7 Notices. All notices, requests, demands, and other communications required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be deemed given when delivered personally, sent by confirmed electronic mail, or sent by nationally recognized overnight courier to the addresses of the Parties as set forth in the preamble of this Agreement, or to such other address as either Party may designate in writing.
Both parties expressly warrant that all handling, storage, and transmission of client tax return information—including Social Security numbers, W-2 forms, 1099 statements, and depreciation calculations—shall comply in full with the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act (N.J. Stat. Ann. § 56:8-1 et seq.) and the Truth-in-Consumer Contract, Warranty and Notice Act. The Receiving Party shall not engage in any unconscionable commercial practice that could expose the Disclosing Party to treble damages or attorney-fee liability under the Act. Any intentional or reckless disclosure of protected tax data that triggers a Consumer Fraud Act claim shall constitute a material breach, entitling the Disclosing Party to immediate injunctive relief and recovery of all regulatory fines assessed by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs. This provision survives termination and is intended to satisfy the heightened consumer-protection standards applicable to New Jersey tax preparation firms.
Nothing in this Non-Disclosure Agreement for Tax Preparation Firm in New Jersey shall be construed to limit or prohibit any employee or agent of the Receiving Party from making good-faith disclosures protected by the New Jersey Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA), N.J. Stat. Ann. § 34:19-1 et seq. The Receiving Party shall promptly notify the Disclosing Party of any CEPA-related inquiry or subpoena concerning client tax data so that the Disclosing Party may seek appropriate protective orders. This carve-out is mandatory under New Jersey public policy and does not diminish the Receiving Party’s obligation to safeguard all other confidential tax information in accordance with IRS Circular 230 and the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. Any retaliatory action taken against a whistleblower shall itself constitute a breach of this Agreement.
The Receiving Party represents and warrants that it holds a current Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) issued by the Internal Revenue Service and will maintain full compliance with Treasury Department Circular 230, including the due-diligence and confidentiality standards set forth in §§ 10.29 and 10.51. Any tax-return information received under this Agreement shall be used solely for the limited purpose of assisting with preparation, review, or electronic filing of the client’s federal and New Jersey state returns. The Receiving Party shall not solicit clients identified through the disclosed information for a period of three years following termination, consistent with Circular 230 conflict-of-interest rules. Breach of this warranty shall trigger immediate indemnification obligations for any IRS penalties or sanctions imposed on the Disclosing Party.
In the event of any actual or suspected unauthorized access to client tax data protected by this Agreement, the Receiving Party must notify the Disclosing Party within forty-eight (48) hours and fully cooperate in any investigation or notification required under the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act Safeguards Rule and New Jersey’s data-breach notification obligations. The Receiving Party shall bear all reasonable costs of credit monitoring, identity-theft protection, and regulatory reporting arising from such breach when caused by its negligence or willful misconduct. This obligation remains in effect for the duration of the confidentiality term and is enforceable under both federal and New Jersey state law, including the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Non-Disclosure Agreement as of the date first written above.
Disclosing Party
Name: Disclosing Party
Date: ___________________
Receiving Party
Name: Receiving Party
Date: ___________________
Tax Preparation Firms servicing clients in New Jersey are frequently sued when a subcontractor or seasonal preparer inadvertently leaks a client's amended return data or estimated tax payment details to a competitor. Under the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act and New Jersey's heightened data-privacy expectations, such breaches trigger IRS penalties, E&O liability, and potential claims under the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act. A properly drafted Non-Disclosure Agreement for Tax Preparation Firm in New Jersey creates enforceable barriers around sensitive client information—including Social Security numbers, depreciation schedules, and prior-year filings—while incorporating CEPA whistleblower protections that prevent retaliatory claims if an employee reports suspected fraud. Without this document, firms risk unlimited exposure to identity theft lawsuits and regulatory sanctions from the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs. Our template addresses the contractual pain points unique to the industry: clear definitions of confidential tax return data, obligations to maintain IRS Circular 230 standards, and precise return-or-destroy protocols for physical and electronic client files. By customizing this NDA to your New Jersey practice, you limit liability, satisfy State Board of Accountancy oversight, and give clients peace of mind that their most private financial information remains protected throughout the engagement and for years afterward. (218 words)
Beyond the standard non-disclosure agreement sections, this template adds fields specific to Tax Preparation Firm:
The core legal purpose of a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is to establish a legal framework to protect confidential and proprietary information shared between parties. It restricts the unauthorized disclosure or use of such information, thereby enabling parties to collaborate, negotiate, or explore business opportunities while safeguarding sensitive information.
Breach of Confidentiality
Implement and maintain Data Protection Policies, comply with GLBA requirements, and use confidentiality agreements to protect client data.
For this non-disclosure agreement to be legally valid:
Common mistakes to avoid:
Internal Revenue Code (IRC)
Governs all federal tax-related activities including tax preparation. Tax preparers must comply with the rules and standards defined by the IRS under the IRC.
Enforced by Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
Treasury Department Circular 230
Sets forth regulations governing practice before the IRS, including the duties and restrictions relating to tax preparers and standards of competence.
Enforced by U.S. Department of the Treasury
Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA)
Requires tax preparers to protect the privacy of consumer financial information, specifically ensuring safeguards for client data.
Enforced by Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
State Board of Accountancy Regulations
State-specific regulations which may require registration of tax preparation firms, especially if they offer CPA services.
Enforced by State Board of Accountancy
Recommended coverage: Errors and Omissions (E&O) Insurance · General Liability Insurance · Cyber Liability Insurance · Fidelity Bonds
New Jersey tax preparers handle highly regulated client data governed by the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, IRS Circular 230, and the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act. A generic NDA fails to address industry-specific risks such as identity theft of W-2 and 1099 information or disclosure obligations under CEPA whistleblower rules. Our New Jersey-specific Non-Disclosure Agreement for Tax Preparation Firm in New Jersey includes tailored definitions of confidential tax information, duration periods aligned with IRS record-retention rules, and remedies that comply with the New Jersey Truth-in-Consumer Contract law, ensuring enforceability and reducing E&O exposure that generic forms simply ignore.
The confidentiality term in a New Jersey tax-preparation NDA should survive at least seven years after the final amended return is filed to align with IRS statute-of-limitations periods and New Jersey record-keeping requirements under the State Board of Accountancy Regulations. Our template defaults to a five-year post-termination obligation with an option to extend for trade-secret-level data such as proprietary depreciation methodologies. This duration satisfies both federal Treasury Department Circular 230 duties and New Jersey’s Statute of Frauds (N.J. Stat. Ann. § 25:1-5), preventing claims that the agreement is unenforceable for lack of definite term.
Remedies for breach in our New Jersey tax-preparation NDA include immediate injunctive relief, recovery of IRS penalties passed through to the firm, and liquidated damages calibrated to the cost of identity-theft remediation. The clause expressly references the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act and CEPA to preserve whistleblower defenses while allowing the disclosing party to seek attorney fees. Because tax-preparation errors and omissions can trigger joint-and-several liability under IRC rules, the agreement also contains a clear data-breach notification timeline consistent with GLBA Safeguards Rule obligations.
Yes. The document incorporates representations that both parties will maintain current PTINs issued by the IRS and, where applicable, CPA licensure through the New Jersey State Board of Accountancy. It also requires the receiving party to confirm compliance with Treasury Department Circular 230 § 10.29 on conflicting interests. By including these warranties, the NDA helps your New Jersey tax preparation firm demonstrate reasonable safeguards under the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act during regulatory audits or client disputes.
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