Severance and Settlement Agreements
Employer Strategic Severance
Severance packages can be a powerful tool for employers to reduce risk and buy peace. Michael Trust Law, APC helps employers design severance agreements that are compliant, defensible, and strategically aligned with business goals.
Comprehensive Severance Services
Agreement Drafting
We draft severance agreements that comply with California and federal law, protecting employers from future claims.
Risk Assessment
We evaluate potential claims and structure severance packages to reduce exposure.
Negotiation Support
We assist employers in negotiating severance terms that balance fairness with risk reduction.
Litigation Defense
We defend employers against challenges to severance agreements, leveraging compliant drafting and documentation.
Common Severance Pitfalls
- Failing to comply with California’s strict wage payment requirements
- Using unenforceable release language
- Not addressing confidentiality or non-disparagement provisions
- Overlooking age discrimination waiver requirements
- Inconsistent application of severance policies across employees
Strategic Workplace Protection
Severance agreements are not just about ending employment — they are about reducing risk and buying peace. By embedding defensible terms and compliance into severance packages, employers protect their business while ensuring lawful transitions.
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Design Strategic Severance Packages with Legal Guidance
Michael Trust Law, APC helps employers create severance agreements that reduce risk, ensure compliance, and buy peace. Our counsel safeguards your business during transitions.
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