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Negotiate a Settlement Agreement
Being offered a settlement agreement can feel daunting, but you do not have to face it alone and you certainly do not have to accept the first figure you are given. At Attwells Solicitors, our Employment Law team helps employees negotiate a settlement agreement that genuinely reflects what they are owed, all backed by award-winning client care, so you can feel confident you are in safe hands.
Call us today on 01206 766333 or upload your settlement agreement for a free review.
Can You Negotiate a Settlement Agreement?
Yes. A settlement agreement is a voluntary, legally binding contract between an employer and an employee. Until both parties sign, you usually have an opportunity to negotiate the terms.
In fact, many employers expect a degree of negotiation — particularly where there is a potential Employment Tribunal claim, where you have been employed for many years, where you hold a senior role or where allegations of discrimination are involved.
Our employment solicitors regularly negotiate:
Higher compensation payments
Improved notice pay
More beneficial tax treatment, making the best use of the £30,000 tax-free exemption
Enhanced redundancy packages
Improved references
Bonus and commission payments
Restrictive covenant amendments
Confidentiality clauses
Exit dates and garden leave arrangements
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How Much More Could You Receive?
Every case is different. Typically, the value of a settlement agreement depends on several factors, including:
Your salary and benefits package
Your length of employment and notice period
The circumstances surrounding your departure
The strength of any potential legal claims
The likelihood of success at an Employment Tribunal
The costs and risks your employer faces if the dispute continues
First, our solicitors weigh the offer against the potential value of any claims. Then we advise you, clearly and in plain-English, whether negotiation is worthwhile and what strategy to deploy to get you the desired result.
In many cases, the increase we secure far exceeds the legal costs involved.
Negotiating your Settlement Agreement – Fixed Fees From Only £195+VAT
Most clients take their negotiation journey with us and benefit from our long track record of achieving great results. With fees starting at just £195+VAT, the increase in settlement sums we often achieve for our clients represents fantastic value.
From the very outset and free of charge, we can advise you what the prospects of successfully negotiating your settlement agreement are, what levers we can pull to negotiate on your behalf and what fixed fees will be payable and when.
The circumstances of your case, your role, salary and length of service are just some of the factors which will influence negotiations.
Once we’ve seen your Agreement, we’ll have a free confidential call to talk through what’s involved and confirm a clear fixed fee before any work starts, so you always feel in control and never face unexpected costs.
Negotiate a Better Settlement Agreement
If you have been offered a settlement agreement, you do not have to accept the first offer in front of you. In fact, many employees simply do not realise that the terms are often open to negotiation.
Whether your offer follows a redundancy, a workplace dispute, a performance issue or a mutual termination, you should understand your rights before you sign anything.
Therefore, our Employment Law team will tell you honestly whether the compensation on offer is fair. Then, where there is room to improve it, we negotiate better financial and contractual terms on your behalf.
Call us today on 01206 766333 or upload your settlement agreement for a free review.
When Should You Negotiate a Settlement Agreement?
Ideally, you should seek legal advice at the earliest possible opportunity, either when receiving an offer of settlement or the Settlement Agreement itself. Getting a solicitor involved early gives you clear advice from the outset and a realistic idea of what you could achieve. Just as importantly, it signals to your employer that you mean business, putting you on the front foot in any negotiation.
Many agreements set a deadline for acceptance. However, employers will often extend that deadline whilst you take advice and weigh up your options.
In short, early advice gives you the best opportunity to:
Improve your compensation
Secure a positive reference
Protect your future career prospects
Clarify the tax implications
Remove any unfair restrictions
Common Settlement Agreement Negotiation Opportunities
Why Choose Attwells Solicitors?
Our specialist Employment Law team has extensive experience advising employees and negotiating settlement agreements across many industries. As a result, we have a strong track record of securing enhanced packages, with pragmatic, cost-effective advice throughout.
When you instruct Attwells, you can expect:
Advice from specialist employment solicitors with years of experience in winning results for clients
Award-winning client care — same-day call-backs and email responses, plus a direct line to your dedicated lawyer
Fast turnaround times
Clear, jargon-free explanations
Practical, commercial advice
Transparent, fixed fees
Once terms are fully agreed, under our ‘No Fee Guarantee’ advice on the Settlement Agreement itself is provided FREE OF CHARGE. We invoice your employer for the time spent advising you and arranging signature, so it does not cost you a penny.
We know that receiving a Settlement Agreement can be stressful. Above all, our job is to help you understand your options, protect your position and maximise the value of your settlement.
Our Settlement Agreement Negotiation Process
Frequently Asked Questions
In many cases, yes. Employers frequently have room to improve the compensation or other terms, so the potential benefits often far outweigh the costs involved.
It is very unlikely. Most employers expect you to take legal advice before signing, and professional negotiation is a normal part of the process. We cannot give guarantees, but employers very rarely walk away — and if one did, we would talk you through your other options.
Straightforward negotiations are often wrapped up within a few days. However, more complex matters can take longer, depending on the issues involved.
Even if negotiation does not improve the terms, you keep every option open. You can still accept the original offer, continue the discussions or explore alternatives with our guidance.
Speak to a Settlement Agreement Negotiation Solicitor Today
Before you sign away your employment rights, make sure the offer on the table is genuinely fair. Our experienced Employment Law team can review your agreement, explain your options and help you negotiate a better outcome. Call 01206 766333 today, or upload your settlement agreement for a fast, free review.
I advise employers, employees, independent contractors, businesses and individuals in contentious and non-contentious matters in both the Employment Tribunal and County Court.
A typical week for me would involve advising upon settlement agreements, negotiating exit packages for senior executives, drafting claims and defences to Employment Tribunal or County Court proceedings (such as those relating to unfair dismissal, discrimination, breach of contract, negligence etc), contracts of employment, staff handbooks and other HR documentation, advising on grievance and disciplinary proceedings, TUPE transfers, and poor performance/sickness absence.
