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Mutual Non Disclosure Agreement for Germany

Mutual Non Disclosure Agreement Template for Germany

A comprehensive bilateral confidentiality agreement governed by German law, designed to protect confidential information exchanged between two parties. The agreement complies with the German Civil Code (BGB) and the German Trade Secrets Act (GeschGehG), incorporating specific requirements for trade secret protection under German jurisdiction. It includes detailed provisions for information handling, security measures, and enforcement mechanisms, with particular attention to German legal requirements regarding contract penalties (Vertragsstrafe) and data protection regulations.

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What is a Mutual Non Disclosure Agreement?

This Mutual Non Disclosure Agreement template is specifically designed for use under German law when two parties need to exchange confidential information while ensuring mutual protection. It is particularly relevant for business negotiations, joint ventures, potential partnerships, or any situation requiring the sharing of sensitive business, technical, or commercial information. The document incorporates requirements from the German Trade Secrets Act (GeschGehG) and the German Civil Code (BGB), making it suitable for both domestic German transactions and international business relationships where German law is chosen as the governing law. The agreement provides comprehensive protection for trade secrets, technical know-how, business strategies, and other confidential information, while ensuring compliance with German and EU data protection regulations where applicable.

What sections should be included in a Mutual Non Disclosure Agreement?

1. Parties: Identification of the contracting parties with full legal names, addresses, and registration details (if companies)

2. Background: Context of the business relationship and purpose of sharing confidential information

3. Definitions: Clear definitions of 'Confidential Information', 'Permitted Purpose', 'Authorized Recipients', and other key terms

4. Scope of Confidential Information: Detailed description of what constitutes confidential information under the agreement

5. Confidentiality Obligations: Core obligations regarding the protection, non-disclosure, and non-use of confidential information

6. Permitted Disclosures: Circumstances under which confidential information may be disclosed to third parties

7. Security Measures: Required technical and organizational measures to protect confidential information

8. Return or Destruction of Confidential Information: Obligations regarding the handling of confidential information upon termination

9. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and termination provisions

10. Breach and Remedies: Consequences of breach and available legal remedies including provisions for contractual penalties (Vertragsstrafe)

11. General Provisions: Standard clauses including governing law, jurisdiction, and severability

What sections are optional to include in a Mutual Non Disclosure Agreement?

1. Data Protection: Required when confidential information includes personal data subject to GDPR

2. Intellectual Property Rights: Needed when confidential information includes IP that requires specific protection

3. Export Control: Required when information exchange may be subject to export control regulations

4. Non-Solicitation: Optional clause preventing parties from hiring each other's employees

5. Residual Knowledge: Optional clause addressing use of retained knowledge after agreement termination

6. Force Majeure: Optional clause for circumstances preventing compliance with obligations

7. Insurance Requirements: Optional section requiring specific insurance coverage for confidential information

What schedules should be included in a Mutual Non Disclosure Agreement?

1. Schedule 1 - Specified Confidential Information: Detailed list or categories of confidential information covered

2. Schedule 2 - Authorized Recipients: List of individuals or roles authorized to access confidential information

3. Schedule 3 - Security Protocols: Specific technical and organizational measures required for information protection

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Ƶ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents

Jurisdiction

Germany

Publisher

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Cost

Free to use

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