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Sign off my agreement
You have received the agreement, the terms are broadly agreed and you need independent legal advice before signing.
- Review and explanation of the agreement
- Independent adviser certificate
- Remote sign-off where appropriate
Settlement agreement solicitors
Need your settlement agreement checked quickly?
Get independent legal advice from specialist employment solicitors before you sign. We can help with straightforward sign-off, explain unclear terms, or discuss whether the offer should be negotiated.
Your employer will usually contribute towards your legal fee.
Once we have your agreement, we can confirm what contribution is offered and whether any extra support may be needed.
- Remote advice by phone, email and online signature
- Clear explanation before you sign anything
- Same-day support where documents and availability allow
- Help with sign-off, queries or negotiation
We are unable to provide legal advice until formally instructed, but our team can take your details and explain the process, likely timescales and costs.
SRA regulated
Advice from a regulated solicitor’s firm.
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Reassurance from people we have helped.
Remote UK service
Phone, email and online sign-off available.
Employer contribution
Usually paid or part-paid by your employer.
Negotiation support
Help with package, wording and exit terms.
Choose your next step
What do you need help with?
Choose the route that best matches your situation. This helps us understand whether you need straightforward sign-off, advice on the offer, or negotiation support.
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Review my options
You are unsure whether the offer is fair, what the wording means, or whether you should agree to the terms.
- Plain-English explanation
- Rights and risks checked
- Practical next-step guidance
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Negotiate better terms
You want to explore whether the compensation, reference, tax wording, confidentiality or restrictions can be improved.
- Package and wording review
- Negotiation options explained
- Support with employer contact
Request a callback
Tell us about your settlement agreement.
Complete the short form and our team will explain what happens next. The aim is to understand your deadline, whether you already have the agreement, and whether you need sign-off, review or negotiation support.
- Have your agreement ready if possible This helps us check the employer contribution, deadlines and solicitor certificate wording.
- Tell us your deadline We can then assess urgency and whether same-day support may be available.
- Choose the type of help you need Sign-off, review, negotiation, or “not sure yet”.
We are unable to provide legal advice until formally instructed, but our consultation team can take your details and explain any costs involved.
Start your enquiry
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How it works
A simple route from enquiry to sign-off.
Most people want to know what will happen, how quickly it can be done and whether the agreement is safe to sign. This process keeps the next steps clear.
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Send your details
Use the form or call the team so we can understand your deadline, documents and the type of support needed.
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Share the agreement
We check the agreement, the employer contribution, key terms and any practical issues that need attention.
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Speak to a solicitor
Your solicitor explains the effect of the agreement, the claims being waived and any issues you should understand.
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Sign or negotiate
If everything is agreed, we help with sign-off. If not, we can discuss whether negotiation is appropriate.
What we check
The details matter before you sign.
A settlement agreement is not just a payment document. It can affect your legal claims, confidentiality obligations, tax treatment, reference wording and future restrictions.
Our role is to explain the effect of the agreement clearly, so you understand what you are receiving and what you are giving up.
Compensation and notice pay
We look at the payment structure and explain how the sums are presented.
Legal claims being waived
We explain which employment claims you are agreeing not to bring.
Tax wording
We flag tax-related wording and explain why it matters in practical terms.
Reference wording
We check whether a reference is included and how it is described.
Confidentiality
We explain who you can speak to and what the agreement says about disclosure.
Restrictive covenants
We look at any post-employment restrictions and why they may affect your next role.
Fees and contribution
Your employer will usually contribute towards the cost.
Settlement agreements usually include an employer contribution towards independent legal advice. Once we see your agreement, we can confirm the contribution offered and explain whether it is likely to cover the advice needed.
Why this matters
If the agreement is straightforward, the employer contribution may cover or largely cover the legal advice. If negotiation or extra work is needed, we will explain the position before progressing.
Client reassurance
Clear advice when you need to make a decision.
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“From start to finish, I was provided with high quality service and support, and helpful advice.”Springhouse client
“The whole process from initial contact through working with the solicitor was excellent.”Springhouse client
“Very professional and helpful. Everything was done to protect me in the final agreement.”Springhouse client
FAQs
Questions before you sign.
These are the key questions employees usually ask before sending their agreement or booking advice.
Request a callbackDo I need a solicitor for a settlement agreement?
Yes. For a settlement agreement to validly settle most statutory employment claims, you must receive independent advice from a relevant adviser. A solicitor can explain the legal effect of the agreement before you sign.
Will my employer pay for the advice?
Employers usually offer a contribution towards the cost of independent legal advice because the agreement needs that advice to be effective. The amount varies, so we will check the contribution once we see the agreement.
Can the process be done remotely?
In most cases, yes. Advice can often be provided by phone, email and online signature, depending on the agreement, your circumstances and the signing requirements.
Can you help me negotiate a better offer?
If the compensation, reference, tax wording, confidentiality terms or restrictions need reviewing, we can discuss whether negotiation is appropriate and what the next step would involve.
How quickly can a settlement agreement be signed?
Timing depends on your deadline, whether the agreement is ready, solicitor availability and whether negotiation is needed. Where the agreement is straightforward and documents are available, same-day support may be possible.
Should I sign before getting advice?
No. You should not sign before you understand the legal effect of the agreement and have received the required independent advice.
Ready to move your agreement forward?
Send us your details or call the team. We will explain what documents we need, what happens next and any costs involved.
This page provides general information only and is not legal advice. Contacting us does not create a solicitor-client relationship until formal instructions are accepted.