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Settlement Agreements

If your employer has offered you a settlement agreement, you are legally required to receive independent legal advice for it to be binding. We provide fast, confidential advice — and negotiate improved terms where there is room to do so.

What We Cover

How We Can Help You

  • Independent legal advice for settlement agreement signing
  • Negotiation of improved financial terms
  • Reference and announcement wording
  • Confidentiality and restrictive covenant review
  • Garden leave and bonus advice
  • Tax treatment of settlement payments

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Our Process

How We Work With You

01

Document Review

We carefully review all settlement documents — identifying unusual restrictions, inadequate compensation, and negotiation opportunities.

02

Advice Meeting

We meet (in person or by video) to explain every clause, your rights, and our recommendations.

03

Sign-Off

Once you are satisfied, we certify the agreement. Where we have negotiated improvements, we document the revised terms before sign-off.

FAQs

Common Questions

Will my employer pay for my legal advice on a settlement agreement?

Usually yes — employers commonly pay a contribution of £250–£500 towards legal fees. We advise you whether the contribution covers our fees.

Can I negotiate after receiving a settlement agreement?

Yes — an offer is the starting point. We frequently negotiate better financial terms, improved references, and cleaner restrictions on behalf of employees.

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