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Severance agreement

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Covers severance pay, benefits continuation, and any release of claims when an employee's role ends.

Good fit for

  • +Documenting terms when ending an employment relationship
  • +Providing severance pay or benefits in exchange for a release of claims

Not ideal for

  • −Routine resignations with no negotiated terms
  • −Situations involving potential legal claims — involve an employment lawyer before finalizing

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