Are NDAs enforceable in Missouri?

Yes. Mo. Rev. Stat. § 431.202 expressly authorizes reasonable agreements protecting confidential information and customer/supplier relationships, and MUTSA covers trade secret claims.

What consideration is needed for a Missouri NDA?

Continued at-will employment is generally adequate consideration. Independent consideration further strengthens enforceability.

Does Missouri have a trade secrets statute?

Yes — the Missouri Uniform Trade Secrets Act (Mo. Rev. Stat. §§ 417.450–417.467), alongside the federal DTSA.

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Missouri legal context

Missouri has adopted the Missouri Uniform Trade Secrets Act (MUTSA). Missouri enforces reasonable confidentiality and non-compete provisions; § 431.202 specifically authorizes covenants to protect confidential information and customer/supplier relationships when reasonable. Continued at-will employment is adequate consideration.

Key MO statutes

Missouri Uniform Trade Secrets Act (MUTSA)
Mo. Rev. Stat. §§ 417.450–417.467
Trade secret definition, misappropriation claims, and remedies.
Reasonable Restrictive Covenants
Mo. Rev. Stat. § 431.202
Authorizes reasonable agreements protecting confidential information and customer/supplier relationships.
DTSA
18 U.S.C. §§ 1833–1839
Federal whistleblower immunity notice required.

Missouri-specific considerations

Statutory Authorization
§ 431.202 expressly authorizes reasonable covenants protecting confidential information and customer/supplier relationships.
Reasonableness Test
Restrictions must be reasonable in time, area, and scope and protect a legitimate interest.
Continued Employment as Consideration
Missouri accepts continued at-will employment as adequate consideration for an NDA.
DTSA Notice
Required to recover exemplary damages and attorney's fees against employees under DTSA.