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Before signing any agreement related to your job or your departure from a company, it’s important to understand exactly what you’re agreeing to—and what rights you may be giving up. Employment and separation agreements often contain complex legal language that can have long-term consequences for your career, compensation, and future opportunities.
Our New York employment attorneys help employees review, explain, and negotiate employment-related contracts with clarity and care. Whether you are evaluating a severance package, reviewing an employment offer, or responding to a post-employment dispute, we focus on protecting your interests and helping you make informed decisions. Contact Berke-Weiss to schedule a consultation and discuss your agreement before signing.
Separation agreements can be lengthy and difficult to interpret, often including releases of legal claims, confidentiality obligations, and post-employment restrictions. Once signed, these agreements are typically binding and difficult to undo.
Our employment lawyers help employees understand the terms of separation agreements, identify potential concerns, and assess whether the agreement is fair under the circumstances. We walk you through the document line by line so you can fully understand your rights and options before deciding how to proceed.
Being offered severance does not always mean the offer is final. In many cases, severance terms—including compensation, benefits, and restrictive covenants—may be negotiable. In other situations, employees are terminated without severance and may still have leverage to seek compensation.
Our New York employment attorneys represent employees in severance negotiations, advocating for improved financial terms and clearer protections. We help you evaluate your leverage, negotiate strategically, and work toward an outcome that reflects your contributions and protects your future.
Employment offers often include obligations that extend beyond your start date, such as non-disclosure, non-competition, and non-solicitation provisions. These terms can significantly affect your ability to change jobs, start a business, or work in your field later on.
We help employees review and negotiate employment agreements before they are signed, ensuring you understand the legal and practical implications of each provision. Our goal is to help you enter a new role with clarity, confidence, and fair terms.
Receiving a cease and desist letter related to a non-compete, confidentiality agreement, or alleged contractual violation can be unsettling. How you respond—and whether you respond at all—can influence whether the matter is resolved or escalates into litigation.
Our employment law attorneys advise employees on how to respond to cease and desist letters thoughtfully and strategically. We help you understand the claims being made, evaluate their enforceability under New York law, and determine the best course of action to protect your rights.
