Question 1

What does a custom Employee Settlement Agreement include?

Accepted Answer

Your custom settlement agreement will include:

• Settlement payments with clear tax treatment and timing
• Notice period or PILON (payment in lieu of notice) provisions
• Holiday pay calculations and benefits cut-off dates
• Valid waiver of claims and balanced warranties
• Confidentiality and non-disparagement obligations
• Agreed reference wording and announcement templates
• Post-termination restrictions (if applicable)
• Employer contribution to independent legal advice fees
• Governing law and jurisdiction

Each section is tailored specifically to your exit circumstances, ensuring both parties are protected and the agreement is enforceable under UK employment law.

Question 2

How long does it take to receive my settlement agreement?

Accepted Answer

Standard delivery is 3 business days from when we receive your completed questionnaire. We also offer Express Delivery (1 business day) for an additional fee.

After checkout, we'll email you a short questionnaire to capture details about the settlement terms, payments, notice period, references, and any post-termination restrictions. Once we receive your responses, a UK solicitor will draft your agreement according to your specified timeline.

Question 3

Who drafts my settlement agreement?

Accepted Answer

Your agreement is drafted by licensed UK solicitors with extensive experience in employment law and settlement agreements. Our legal team includes:

• Senior employment solicitors with 15+ years of experience
• Specialists in exit negotiations and compromise agreements
• Experts in UK employment law compliance

Your solicitor will ensure the agreement includes valid waiver wording, proportionate protections, and complies with current employment legislation.

Question 4

How do you gather information about my settlement?

Accepted Answer

After checkout, we send you an AI-powered questionnaire that asks about:

• Settlement payment amounts and tax treatment
• Notice period, PILON, and holiday pay
• Benefits and pension arrangements
• Reasons for termination and waiver requirements
• Reference wording and announcement details
• Confidentiality obligations
• Post-termination restrictions (non-compete, non-solicitation)
• Independent adviser details

The questionnaire adapts based on your answers and typically takes 10-15 minutes to complete. You can also provide additional context or instructions.

Question 5

Do we need independent legal advice for the settlement agreement?

Accepted Answer

Yes. For a settlement agreement to be legally binding and effectively waive statutory employment claims, the employee must receive independent legal advice from a qualified adviser (solicitor, barrister, or legal executive).

The agreement must confirm that the employee has received such advice and that the adviser is covered by professional indemnity insurance. Employers typically contribute £250-£500 towards the employee's legal fees.

Note: This requirement applies to the employee's side. As the employer, you don't need separate advice to sign the agreement (though you may wish to consult your own solicitor).

Question 6

Are revisions included?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We include reasonable revisions to ensure your settlement agreement is exactly right. Common revision requests include:

• Adjusting payment amounts or tax wording
• Modifying reference wording
• Refining confidentiality or non-disparagement clauses
• Adjusting post-termination restrictions
• Clarifying benefits or notice provisions

Simply let us know what needs to change, and we'll update the agreement promptly. For substantial changes to the scope or terms, additional fees may apply.

Question 7

Can I speak with a solicitor about my settlement agreement?

Accepted Answer

Yes. After receiving your draft, you can schedule a consultation with the drafting solicitor if you have questions or need guidance on:

• Settlement payment structuring
• Tax implications
• Enforceability of restrictions
• Negotiation strategies
• Implementation and signing process

Consultation calls are available at an additional hourly rate and can be booked through your client dashboard.

Question 8

What makes this different from a template settlement agreement?

Accepted Answer

Templates are generic and rarely fit your specific circumstances. Our custom agreements:

• Are drafted by experienced UK solicitors, not auto-generated
• Include valid waiver wording tailored to your situation
• Balance employer protections with employee obligations
• Reflect current UK employment law and best practices
• Include bespoke reference and announcement wording
• Address your specific tax, notice, and benefits arrangements
• Provide proportionate confidentiality and restrictions

A poorly drafted settlement agreement can fail to achieve its purpose or even be unenforceable. Custom drafting ensures you get a compliant, balanced agreement.

Question 9

What employment law compliance does the agreement cover?

Accepted Answer

Your settlement agreement will comply with:

• Employment Rights Act 1996 (waiver requirements)
• Equality Act 2010 (discrimination claims)
• Tax legislation (PENP, £30k exemption, termination payments)
• Working Time Regulations (holiday pay)
• Pensions Act requirements
• Confidentiality and data protection obligations
• Post-termination restriction enforceability standards

We ensure the agreement includes all required provisions for a valid statutory waiver and reflects current case law and HMRC guidance.

Question 10

Can the agreement be amended in the future?

Accepted Answer

Settlement agreements typically cannot be amended after signing without both parties' written consent, as they are legally binding contracts. However, we can include provisions for:

• Defined variation procedures
• Dispute resolution mechanisms
• Clarification processes

If circumstances change before signing, we can revise the agreement. Once signed, any changes require mutual agreement and should be documented in writing.

Question 11

What guidance do you provide for implementing the settlement?

Accepted Answer

Along with your settlement agreement, we provide:

• Guidance on the signing process and timelines
• Checklist of required adviser certificates
• Notes on payment timing and tax treatment
• Instructions for reference and announcement procedures
• Confidentiality and data retention guidance
• Post-termination restriction enforcement notes

We'll ensure you understand how to execute the agreement and what steps to take after signing.

Question 12

What happens after I receive the settlement agreement?

Accepted Answer

After receiving your draft settlement agreement:

1. Review the agreement and request any revisions needed
2. Finalize the terms with the employee
3. Ensure the employee obtains independent legal advice
4. Both parties sign the agreement once the adviser certificate is provided
5. Execute the payment terms as specified
6. Provide the agreed reference and make any announcements
7. Maintain confidentiality as required

You retain the agreement for your records, and the employee keeps their signed copy. The agreement becomes legally binding once properly executed with the adviser certificate.

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