Non-compete agreements in the District of Columbia are illegal for many workers under certain income thresholds. Non-compete agreements restrict employees from working and are often the most problematic when they prohibit employees from working in the same industry or geographic area after they leave their position.

Reductions in Force (RIFs) can be incredibly complex and challenging to navigate as an employee; even one as highly ranked and tenured as a career Senior Executive Service (SES) member. RIFs should target positions, not people. Agencies are required to draft their own RIF procedures, including procedures that apply to SES members.