24-Hour Settlement Agreement Review Service

In almost all cases, your employer will pay a contribution towards your legal fees. This is because the law requires you to receive independent legal advice for the agreement to be valid. In many straightforward cases, this contribution will cover our entire fee, meaning there is **no cost to you**.

To give you the best advice, we need to see the Settlement Agreement itself and your contract of employment. If you don't have your contract, don't worry – we can still provide advice, but it's very helpful if you can find it.

Absolutely. Your discussion with us is protected by solicitor-client privilege, meaning it is completely confidential. We will not speak to your employer without your express permission.

No, you are under no obligation to sign. Our role is to advise you on whether the offer is fair and reflects any potential claims you may have (such as unfair dismissal). If we believe the offer is too low, we can negotiate a better package on your behalf.

Once signed, it becomes a legally binding contract. You waive your right to bring the legal claims listed in the agreement against your employer. In return, they are legally bound to pay you the agreed sum and provide any other terms, like a reference.

The first £30,000 of a genuine compensation payment for loss of employment can usually be paid tax-free. However, any payments for notice, holiday, and other contractual entitlements are fully taxable. We will check the agreement is structured correctly and explain the tax position to you.

This legal term means the conversations and documents related to the settlement negotiation are "off the record" and cannot be used as evidence in a future court case. This allows both parties to negotiate freely and openly to reach an agreement.