Settlement agreements

If you’ve been offered a settlement agreement by your employer, it’s important to know where you stand.

You’re legally required to seek advice before you sign – but we’ll do far more than simply ‘tick the box’. Besides talking you through the settlement agreement, we’ll do all we can to make sure you get the severance package you deserve.

It can be a difficult time, but you can count on us to support you at every step. Call us, and we’ll try to see you that same day. The quicker we take action, the sooner you’ll be able to put this stressful situation behind you.

Typically, a Settlement Agreement will formally end your employment contract on agreed terms – in essence, your employer might agree to pay you compensation if you drop all claims against them (past, present and future). In most cases, you will not be able to take your claims to an Employment Tribunal or a Civil Court once you have entered into a Settlement Agreement.

Our skilled solicitors can provide advice on whether a Settlement Agreement is the best option for you. We can also help you negotiate a strong, watertight agreement with your employer or former employer which allows you to move on with your life and career feeling confident and secure.

Whether you believe you need it, or not, it is legally required that you receive independent legal advice before entering into a Settlement Agreement, otherwise the courts will consider it invalid. Because of this, your employer will contribute to your legal fees to settle the matter.

How our settlement agreement solicitors can help

We understand how stressful employment claims can be. Not only is your livelihood and financial security at risk, but work-related issues can make you feel uncertain about your capability or angry about being mistreated. We want to support you during this challenging time. Whatever your employment law issue, we will ensure your best interests are represented at all times.

Settlement Agreements can save people a lot of time and money as they enable parties to resolve the issue long before it reaches an Employment Tribunal.

What terms do settlement agreements include?

Every Settlement Agreement will vary depending on the employer and employee’s individual situation. However, the Agreement will formally end the employee’s employment and the employer will often agree to pay compensation. Other common terms include:

Confidentiality agreement – both you and your employer will agree not to disclose details of the dispute or the Agreement
A waiver – you will usually be required to agree to drop or officially settle all your claims. This means you cannot later take your employer to an Employment Tribunal
The official end date of your employment
Agreement that your employer gives you a reference

Can I ask my employer for a settlement agreement?

Are settlement agreements legally binding?

For more information or advice

Contact Nadia Stillwell on:
Call: 01245 228101 or
email: stillwelln@gepp.co.uk

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