Settlement Agreement Solicitors in Greater London

If your employer has offered you a settlement agreement, it is important to get clear legal advice before you sign. A settlement agreement is a legally binding document, and once signed, it usually means you give up your right to bring future employment claims against your employer.

At KLG Law, our settlement agreement solicitors support employees across Greater London with practical, straightforward advice. We explain what the agreement means, check whether the compensation and legal terms are fair, and help you understand your options before you make a decision.

We can often provide urgent or same-day advice where deadlines are tight.

Why Choose KLG Law For Settlement Agreement Advice?

Our employment solicitors regularly advise employees on settlement agreements, redundancy exits, workplace disputes, discrimination concerns and negotiated departures.

When you speak to us, you will receive clear advice without unnecessary legal jargon. We will help you understand:

• What rights you are giving up
• Whether the compensation offered is reasonable
• Whether your employer is contributing to your legal fees
• Whether the tax treatment has been handled correctly
• Whether restrictive covenants may affect your next role
• Whether confidentiality, reference and notice clauses are fair
• Whether there is room to negotiate a better outcome

Our aim is to help you move forward with confidence, knowing exactly where you stand.

Independent Legal Advice For Settlement Agreements

For a settlement agreement to be legally valid, you must receive advice from an independent qualified adviser, such as a solicitor. Your employer will usually make a contribution towards the cost of that advice.

We review the agreement with you carefully and explain the important clauses in plain English. If the agreement is fair and you are happy to proceed, we can sign the adviser’s certificate. If we think changes are needed, we can advise you on what to ask for or negotiate directly with your employer where appropriate.

Same-Day Settlement Agreement Reviews

Settlement agreements often come with short deadlines. If you need urgent advice, contact us as soon as possible and we will let you know the earliest available appointment.

In many cases, we can review the agreement, speak with you, and complete the required solicitor certificate quickly, provided we have all the documents we need.

Can We Negotiate A Better Settlement Agreement?

Yes. If the offer does not properly reflect your situation, we can advise you on whether it may be worth negotiating.

Common areas for negotiation include:

• Higher compensation
• An agreed reference
• Payment in lieu of notice
• Bonus or commission payments
• Holiday pay
• Legal fee contribution
• Removal or softening of restrictive covenants
• Confidentiality and non-derogatory wording
• Internal and external announcements

Not every agreement needs negotiation, but it is important to know whether you are accepting a fair deal.

Settlement Agreement Solicitors For Employees Across Greater London

We advise employees throughout Greater London, including Soho, Westminster, Camden, Ealing, Richmond, Croydon, Hammersmith, Islington, Kensington, Chelsea and surrounding areas.

You do not always need to attend our office in person. We can usually advise by phone or video call, making the process quicker and easier if you are working, travelling or dealing with a tight deadline.

What We Check In Your Settlement Agreement

Before you sign, we will help you understand the key parts of the agreement, including:

• Termination date
• Compensation payment
• Notice pay
• Tax treatment
• Employer legal fee contribution
• Confidentiality obligations
• Restrictive covenants
• Return of company property
• Reference wording
• Post-employment restrictions
• Waiver of employment claims

This allows you to make an informed decision before the agreement becomes binding.

Settlement Agreement Fees

In most settlement agreement matters, the employer contributes towards the employee’s legal fees. We will confirm the fee position before starting work, so you know exactly what to expect.

If additional advice or negotiation is needed beyond the employer’s contribution, we will explain this clearly before carrying out further work.

Get in Touch

If you have received a settlement agreement, speak to our Greater London settlement agreement solicitors today.

Contact KLG Law for a confidential consultation and clear advice on your next steps.