What Do Settlement Agreement Solicitors Do?
Being offered a Settlement Agreement can be stressful and confusing. It often marks the end of your employment, but it also offers a chance for a clean break on your terms. Our settlement agreement solicitors will guide you through the fine print, ensuring that the deal is fair and your rights are protected.
While we operate under the specific legal framework relevant to your contract, we support clients remotely across the UK, helping you secure the best possible outcome.
- Understand exactly what you’re signing and why.
- Ensure your financial package is fair and tax-efficient.
- Negotiate better terms, including references and waivering of restrictions.
- Get your legal fees covered by your employer.
- Receive expert advice quickly, without leaving your home.
Expert Advice You Can Rely On
A Settlement Agreement is one of the most important documents you will ever sign. It’s final, binding, and waives your right to take your employer to court. You need to know you’re making the right choice. With over 4,000 five-star reviews, Winston Solicitors has helped thousands of employees from major companies like Asda, Virgin Media, and Vodafone to navigate this process with confidence.
Most employers cover the full cost of your legal advice, meaning you get expert support at no personal expense.
Fast acting legal firm! From booking an initial consultation to every step in between until agreement is settled - this firm provides first class service. The comfort of having solicitors service without attending office is the new way forward and this company made everything seamlessly possible! I highly recommend this firm as they are specialised in settlement agreements and do exactly as they advertise to do.
Aneta, Client
We make high-quality legal advice accessible to everyone. Our technology allows us to review your documents and advise you remotely, wherever you are based. You get the same personal, expert service as if you were sitting in our office.
What this Means for You
A Settlement Agreement (formerly called a Compromise Agreement) is a contract that ends your employment. In exchange for a financial payment, you agree not to bring claims like unfair dismissal or discrimination against your employer.
It’s designed to be a ‘clean break.’ For you, it means financial certainty and avoiding the stress of a tribunal. For your employer, it means protection from future legal action. But for it to be valid, you must get independent legal advice.
Your Rights & Protections
The law ensures you can’t just be pressured into signing away your rights. You must have a qualified solicitor explain the terms to you. This is your safety net.
We check that the payments (like redundancy pay, notice pay, and tax-free ex-gratia payments) are calculated correctly. We also look at the 'hidden' terms, such as confidentiality clauses and restrictive covenants that could stop you working for a competitor.
How Our Settlement Agreement Solicitors Can Help
We don’t just rubber-stamp the document. We are on your side and ensure that the deal is right for you.
If the offer isn’t fair, or if it restricts your future too heavily, we will tell you. We negotiate to improve the financial terms and remove unfair restrictions, empowering you to move on with confidence.
Samira Cakali, Head of Employment Law at Winston Solicitors
Our Simple Process
We handle the legal heavy lifting so you don't have to.
- Review: Send us your agreement [LINK - Settlement Agreement Compensation Calculator - Winston Solicitors]. We’ll review the terms alongside your employment contract.
- Advise: We’ll explain the jargon in plain English. Is the money right? Are the restrictions fair?
- Negotiate: If needed, we’ll speak to your employer to push for better terms or a higher payout.
- Sign: Once you’re happy, our expert settlement agreement solicitors will handle the signing process (often digitally) to make it binding.
- Complete: We ensure the final agreement is processed so you get paid on time.
I had approached Winston Solicitors for aid about a time-sensitive case. They were very responsive, both through email and phone, and professional. They helped me resolve my case quickly and with ease.
Anonymous, Client
Employers often try to slip in restrictive covenants that stop you working in your industry. We spot these and fight to get them removed so you can continue your career.
Samira Cakali, Head of Employment Law at Winston Solicitors
Speak to our Expert Settlement Agreement Solicitors Today
Don't sign anything until you've spoken to us. Call our team on 0113 320 5000 for clear, independent advice.
Whether you need a quick review or a tough negotiator, we are here to support you.
No. It is voluntary. If the terms aren't good enough, you can refuse. We can help you negotiate a better deal or advise you on your other options, like taking a claim to a tribunal.
Usually, nothing. Your employer typically pays a legal fee contribution that covers our standard costs (£500–£1,000 + VAT). If your case is complex and costs more, we’ll ask your employer to cover the difference first.
Yes. If you want to leave, you can request a ‘protected conversation’ to discuss an exit package. This is common if relationships have broken down or you have a grievance.
By signing, you usually waive rights to claim for unfair dismissal, discrimination, and other employment rights. You generally don't waive rights to accrued pension or latent personal injury claims.
Fast. The law says you should have 10 days to decide, but we can often turn it around much quicker if you are happy with the deal. We work to your timescales.
