37 CFR 10.38
Agreements restricting the practice of a practitioner.

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§10.38 Agreements restricting the practice of a practitioner.

(a)

A practitioner shall not be a party to or participate in a partnership or employment agreement with another practitioner that restricts the right of a practitioner to practice before the Office after the termination of a relationship created by the agreement, except as a condition to payment of retirement benefits.

(b)

In connection with the settlement of a controversy or suit, a practitioner shall not enter into an agreement that restricts the practitioner's right to practice before the Office.