International Paper Co. v. Brooks

By Judge Charles N. Dorsey

This matter comes on upon the demurrer of the defendant.

Facts

John Ashley Brooks worked as Sales Manager for International Paper Co.’s (“PC”) Roanoke office from May 1998 through 1999, when he continued to work for IPC as a sales representative. He worked as a sales representative until he terminated his employment on January 6,2003. Bill of Compl. at ¶ 2. In connection with his employment with PC, Mr. Brooks executed aNon-Compete Agreement that provides:

24. Anti-Solicitation. Employee agrees, in consideration of the mutual covenants set forth herein, that he/she will…