Settlement Agreement Solicitors
Independent legal advice for employment exits. We help you understand your rights and secure the best possible terms.
What is a Settlement Agreement?
If your employer has offered you a settlement agreement (formerly known as a compromise agreement), you are required by law to take independent legal advice before signing. This ensures you understand what you're agreeing to and that your interests are protected.
Our settlement agreement solicitors provide quick, cost-effective and practical advice to help you understand your rights and secure the best possible terms. We handle settlement agreements for redundancy, performance management, grievances, and other employment situations.
How We Help With Settlement Agreements
Our employment solicitors provide comprehensive support throughout the settlement agreement process:
Review & Explain
We review the agreement and explain what it means for you and your rights
Assess the Offer
We advise whether the package is fair and reasonable in your circumstances
Negotiate Better Terms
We can negotiate improved terms and higher payments on your behalf
Provide Certificate
We provide the legal certificate required to make the agreement binding
Why You Need Independent Legal Advice
A settlement agreement is a legally binding contract. By signing, you give up certain legal rights – most importantly, the right to bring an employment tribunal claim. The law requires you to receive independent legal advice before the agreement can take effect.
Our settlement agreement lawyers ensure you fully understand what you're agreeing to and that you're getting a fair deal. We've helped many employees in similar situations and know what terms you should expect.
Key Things We Check:
- Is the financial package fair for your situation?
- Are there any potential claims you're giving up?
- Is the reference clause acceptable?
- Are restrictive covenants reasonable?
- Are tax arrangements correct?
- Is the timeline and payment schedule clear?
Settlement Agreement Solicitor Fees
Your employer will usually contribute towards your legal costs – typically £350-£500 plus VAT. This normally covers a straightforward review and advice.
Our Fees
If your employer's contribution covers our fee, you won't pay anything out of pocket for a standard review.
The Settlement Agreement Process
We aim to turn around settlement agreement advice within 24-48 hours:
Send Us the Documents
Email the draft agreement and any related documents to us for review.
We Review & Advise
We analyse the agreement and prepare advice on terms, risks, and negotiation options.
Consultation
We discuss our advice with you by phone or video call, answering your questions.
Negotiate if Needed
If you want to negotiate, we contact your employer on your behalf.
Sign & Complete
Once happy, you sign and we provide the required legal certificate.
Settlement Agreements for Employers
We also advise employers on drafting settlement agreements and managing the exit process. Whether you're making an employee redundant, managing performance, or resolving a dispute, we can help create a settlement agreement that protects your business interests.
Employer EnquiriesFrequently Asked Questions About Settlement Agreements
Need Urgent Advice?
We can usually turn around settlement agreement advice within 24-48 hours. Contact us now.
Why Choose Us?
- Fast 24-48 Hour Turnaround
- Experienced Negotiators
- Often No Out-of-Pocket Cost
- Phone or Video Consultations
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