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Short Non Disclosure Agreement Template for New Zealand

This is a concise Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) designed for use under New Zealand law, providing essential confidentiality protections while maintaining simplicity and clarity. The document incorporates key requirements from New Zealand's Contract and Commercial Law Act 2017 and Privacy Act 2020, ensuring legal compliance while remaining accessible and practical. It includes core provisions for defining and protecting confidential information, permitted uses, and obligations of the parties, with optional provisions for specific circumstances such as data privacy and intellectual property protection.

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What is a Short Non Disclosure Agreement?

This Short Non-Disclosure Agreement is designed for situations requiring quick but effective confidentiality protection under New Zealand law. It's particularly suitable for initial business discussions, potential partnerships, or employment relationships where confidential information needs to be shared. The document provides essential confidentiality provisions while remaining concise and accessible, making it ideal for both commercial and individual use. It includes key protections required by New Zealand legislation, including the Contract and Commercial Law Act 2017 and Privacy Act 2020, while maintaining flexibility to adapt to various business contexts. This template is designed to be easily understood while providing robust protection for confidential information, trade secrets, and proprietary data.

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

1. Parties: Identification of the parties entering into the NDA, including full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Brief context for why the NDA is being entered into and the nature of the relationship between the parties

3. Definitions: Key terms used in the agreement, particularly 'Confidential Information' and 'Permitted Purpose'

4. Confidentiality Obligations: Core obligations regarding maintaining confidentiality and preventing unauthorized disclosure

5. Permitted Use: Specific circumstances under which the confidential information may be used or disclosed

6. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and circumstances for termination

7. Return or Destruction of Information: Requirements for handling confidential information upon termination

8. General Provisions: Essential boilerplate including governing law, entire agreement, and execution details

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

1. Data Privacy Compliance: Additional provisions specifically addressing compliance with the Privacy Act 2020, used when personal information is involved

2. Intellectual Property Rights: Specific provisions clarifying IP ownership and rights, used when confidential information includes IP

3. Security Measures: Specific security requirements for protecting confidential information, used when handling sensitive data

4. Disclosure to Representatives: Provisions governing disclosure to employees or advisors, used when wider access to information is needed

5. Exclusions: List of specific exclusions from confidential information, used when certain information should be explicitly excluded

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

1. Schedule 1 - Description of Confidential Information: Detailed list or description of the specific confidential information covered by the agreement

2. Schedule 2 - Authorized Representatives: Optional list of individuals authorized to receive or handle the confidential information

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

New Zealand

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Cost

Free to use

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