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Our same day settlement agreement solicitors have helped thousands of employees get the best possible advice and outcome.
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Same-Day Sign Off
Our employment solicitors have the ability to review agreements the same day they’re received. The entire process can be completed within a very short timeframe, in most cases seven days, depending on how your employer responds.
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Pay nothing for advice, a review and a signature. Should we negotiate on your behalf, additional fees for negotiations would be made clear.
Negotiation Services
If you wish to negotiate the amount of compensation, we can help. On average, we obtain an increase of 25 to 50% over and above the opening offer.
How our settlement agreement solicitors can help you
For over twelve years, our expert settlement agreement solicitors have supported employees, and individuals with their unique cases. Our experienced team ensures that you recieve the best possible terms and guidance.
We’ve negotiated better exit packages and independent legal advice on employment disputes, redundancies, termination and employment rights issues.
If you need to sign a settlement agreement at work without negotiation, our solicitors can review it immediately. We can process the relevant documents on the day they are received.
We value the fact that you want to move on with your life as soon as possible. That’s why we’re here to help guide you through the correct course of action. We can advise you on whether you should accept your employer’s offer or not as well as other related matters.
Our settlement agreement lawyers help and advise employees with everything in relation to their employment concerns.
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Get AdviceWe'll give you free legal advice on what your settlement agreement means and what your options are on the same day as we receive it. Negotiation services are available where applicable.
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Sign-OffOnce you're happy with your employer's terms, sign and return it to us. We'll speak with your employer to seek closure that same day. We'll return your completed agreement so you can get back on with your life.
Settlement Agreement Solicitors
All of our settlement agreement solicitors at our law firm are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and are long-standing members of the Employment Lawyer’s Association.
Our top-level legal people can offer legal advice and guidance in this area over the telephone or via a zoom meeting from our offices based in the South-East of England.
We do not provide settlement agreement templates or example letters. These can be found on the ACAS website.
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If you have questions or need guidance on where to start, you can arrange a free no-obligation telephone appointment with a settlement agreement lawyer. Simply call us, request a callback, or begin the process online.
Compromise Agreement
A compromise agreement was the name formerly given to a settlement agreement. This agreement facilitates the ending of an employment relationship. In most cases, it includes a confidentiality clause and communications are usually marked as “without prejudice” or “without prejudice save as to costs”.
The employer offers compensation in exchange for the employee agreeing to not take a claim to the employment tribunal at a later date. A settlement agreement lawyer shall be required in order to provide legal advice to ensure its validity.
This advice should also include the effects and consequences the agreement will have on the employee’s ability to make a future claim against their employer. A settlement agreement is different from an ACAS COT3 agreement.
Nationwide Service Across England & Wales
Our solicitors can be contacted by telephone throughout all areas of England and Wales. This includes all the major towns and cities, such as London, Manchester, Birmingham, Cardiff, Reading and Brighton.
In what circumstances would a settlement agreement be used?
Usually, it’s used to end the employment of an employee. It can also be used as an opportunity to settle a dispute regarding an unfair dismissal for whistleblowing, or reporting health and safety issues, a grievance related to bullying, or an injury to feelings claim when the employment contract has been terminated. In some instances, some employer’s may be open to negotiating a settlement to avoid a sexual harassment claim.
Do I need a specialised solicitor for a settlement agreement?
Yes, a specialised solicitor can ensure your agreement is legally sound and protects your interests.
How much will I have to pay for taking care of my settlement agreement?
Costs vary, but typically your employer covers most or all legal fees for your settlement agreement advice.
What benefits does a settlement agreement provide?
It guarantees compensation and closure, waives future claims, and provides certainty for both parties.
Is the redundancy process the same as a settlement agreement?
No, redundancy is different; a settlement agreement formally ends your employment with negotiated terms.
Do I have to sign a settlement agreement and what happens if I don’t?
You are not obliged to sign; if you don’t, you retain your right to pursue tribunal or legal action.
Will I still get a reference if I sign a settlement agreement?
Usually yes; reference agreements can be included in your settlement terms upon request.
What would happen if I breached my settlement agreement?
Breaching may result in repayment obligations or loss of agreed compensation.
How would payments be taxed?
Awards for salary/taxable benefits are taxed; compensation for injury/discrimination may be exempt up to a statutory limit.
Do I have to pay for settlement agreement advice?
There is typically a fee contribution set out in the settlement agreement which means you don’t have to pay the solicitor for advice on your agreement. In this case any advice is paid for directly by your employer and the invoice is sent to the employer for direct payment.
The advice received should include information on the terms of the agreement, a full explanation of the clauses within the agreement and what these mean to you.
In addition to this, the settlement agreement advice should include recommendations. For example, whether or not you have leverage to negotiate a better deal than the payments offered in the agreement.
This will include advice on whether any employment claims have arisen and if so, the likely damages which would attach to those claims.
After receiving advice on your settlement agreement, you can decide whether or not to enter the agreement or to pursue a negotiation. Our employment solicitors can also help you calculate your settlement agreement compensation.
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