Send your details tonight
Complete the short form and tell us the best time to contact you, including any deadline you have been given.
Out-of-hours settlement agreement enquiry
Received a settlement agreement?
Send us your details tonight and our client care team will aim to contact you from 9:00am on the next working day and, where possible, by 9:30am.
No pressure to decide tonight.
This page is here to help you take a calm first step, send your enquiry and understand how the process works before you decide what to do next.
Employee-side specialists
Focused advice for employees dealing with settlement agreement sign-off, review and negotiation.
Clear next step
Complete the enquiry form and we will talk you through pricing, timing and what happens next.
- Fast same-day sign-off may be available
- Terms explained in plain English
- Employer fee contribution is common
- Remote e-signature onboarding for speed
- Confidential enquiry handling
- Support with sign-off or negotiation
Frequently asked questions
Settlement agreement enquiry FAQs
Answers to common questions before you send your out-of-hours enquiry.
Do I need to call tonight?
No. This out-of-hours page is designed for form enquiries only. Send your details through the form and our client care team will aim to contact you from 9:00am on the next working day and, where possible, by 9:30am, or later if you prefer.
What is a settlement agreement?
A settlement agreement is a legally binding agreement between an employer and an employee. It usually sets out the terms on which your employment will end, including any payment, notice, benefits, reference wording and confidentiality terms.
Do I have to accept a settlement agreement?
No. You do not have to accept a settlement agreement just because it has been offered. The right next step depends on the terms, your circumstances and whether anything should be clarified or negotiated before you decide.
Do I need legal advice before I sign?
Usually, yes. A settlement agreement normally only becomes legally binding if you receive advice from a relevant independent adviser on the terms and effect of the agreement.
Will my employer contribute to the legal fee?
Many employers offer a contribution towards the legal advice needed for a settlement agreement. We will explain the likely fee position before work starts, including whether the employer contribution is likely to cover the sign-off process.
Can Springhouse help if I want to negotiate?
Yes. Some settlement agreements only need sign-off where the terms are already agreed. Others may need negotiation, for example around compensation, notice pay, holiday pay, bonus, shares, reference wording or restrictive covenants.
Can the process be handled remotely?
Yes. Many settlement agreement matters can be handled remotely, including the initial enquiry, onboarding, solicitor meeting and signing process. This can help keep the process quick and convenient.
What if my deadline is urgent?
Include the deadline in the form so the team can see how urgent the matter is. We will aim to review your enquiry promptly on the next working day and explain what may be possible.