Redundancy Agreement Solicitors
Being made redundant is a stressful experience, and the legal paperwork can be confusing. Our SRA-regulated solicitors are here to provide fast, clear advice on your redundancy agreement to ensure the terms are fair and your rights are protected.
This page is for employees. If you are an employer seeking advice, please visit our dedicated page.
Independent Legal Advice on Your Redundancy Agreement
A Redundancy Agreement is a type of Settlement Agreement. For it to be legally binding, you must receive advice from an independent solicitor. Our role is to be your expert advisor, ensuring the terms are fair and you understand exactly what you are signing.
We Check Your Redundancy Pay
We verify that your statutory and any enhanced redundancy payments have been calculated correctly based on your age, salary, and length of service.
We Review the Whole Package
We assess the entire offer, including notice pay, holiday pay, and any other benefits, to advise you on whether it represents a fair deal.
We Explain the Legal Terms
We translate the complex legal jargon into plain English, explaining the clauses on confidentiality, future claims, and your job reference.
We Negotiate for You
If we believe the offer is unfair or that you may have a claim for unfair dismissal, we can negotiate a better package on your behalf.
Real UK Case Study: The Importance of Fair Procedure
Mogane v Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust [2022]
The Situation: An employee on a series of fixed-term contracts was made redundant. The employer only considered him for redundancy and did not consult with him about selection criteria before making the decision.
The Outcome: The Court of Appeal found the dismissal to be unfair. They ruled that even when there is only one employee in a role, the employer must still consult with them fairly before making a final redundancy decision. The lack of a fair process was critical.
What this means for you: The fairness of your redundancy is not just about the reason; it's about the process. If your employer has not followed a fair procedure, you may have been unfairly dismissed, which gives you significant leverage to negotiate a better redundancy agreement.
"The Advice I Received Was Invaluable"
Your Questions About Negotiating a Settlement
The Negotiation Process
It begins with our review of your agreement. We then discuss with you what a fair outcome looks like. If you agree, we will contact your employer's representative on a "without prejudice" basis to formally open negotiations and present a counter-offer on your behalf.
While you can, it is often better to have a solicitor negotiate for you. We can argue the legal merits of your case dispassionately and professionally, which often leads to a better outcome than emotional, direct conversations.
If your employer makes a final offer and refuses to negotiate further, we will give you clear advice on your options. This will involve assessing the strength of any potential claims you have (like Employment Tribunal action) versus the certainty of the offer on the table, so you can make an informed decision.
This can vary. A straightforward negotiation might be resolved with a few emails over a couple of days. More complex negotiations can take a week or two. Our 24-hour review service ensures we can start the process for you without any delay.
Costs & Legal Fees
For the initial independent legal advice, your employer will almost always make a contribution to your legal fees, which often covers our entire cost. If you instruct us to carry out further, extensive negotiations, we will provide you with a clear, fixed-fee quote for that extra work before proceeding.
We will agree a fixed fee with you for any negotiation work. This fee does not change based on the final settlement amount. We do not offer 'No Win No Fee' agreements; our goal is simply to secure the best possible outcome for you based on our expert advice.
In most cases, the employer's contribution is sufficient for a straightforward review and sign-off. If significant negotiation is required, we will discuss our fixed fees for that work with you. Often, we can persuade the employer to increase their fee contribution as part of the final settlement.
No. We are committed to price transparency. All our fees will be clearly explained and agreed with you in writing before we undertake any work on your behalf, so you will have complete certainty and no surprises.
Don't Settle for the First Offer.
Let our expert solicitors review your agreement and negotiate to secure the fair and favourable terms you deserve. Protect your rights and your future.
Request Your 24-Hour ReviewGet in Touch
0330 333 8797
info@wildings-solicitors.co.uk
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862-864 Washwood Heath Rd, Ward End, Birmingham, B8 2NG
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Monday to Friday
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