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Settlement Agreements What is a settlement agreement? A settlement agreement (also known as a compromise agreement) is a legally binding agreement between an employee and their employer. It can be used to either agree on the terms for ending employment, but also for changing the terms of the employment. A settlement agreement may be used If the employment rights of the employee have been breached or are in question. The agreement usually includes a severance payment in return for an employee agreeing not to pursue any claims in a tribunal or court. The employer will usually outline the requirement for the terms and circumstances surroundingREAD MORE

Prenuptial and Pre-Registration Agreements A prenuptial agreement (often known as a ‘prenup’) is a legal document drawn up between a couple before they get married. The prenup outlines who will be responsible for any assets and finances during the marriage and how their assets will be divided in the event of a divorce. A pre-registration agreement is the equivalent agreement, for those entering a civil partnership. If you are considering marriage or entering a civil partnership, a prenuptial agreement may be the last thing you’re thinking of. But the reality is that they are becoming more popular and with almost half of all marriages endingREAD MORE