Before you sign any employment contract in Ireland, having it reviewed by a qualified Irish solicitor could protect your professional future. Our Employment Contract Review service provides a thorough, fixed-fee legal review — explaining what your contract means in plain English, flagging risky clauses, and advising on your options before you commit.
Why Review Your Employment Contract?
Employment contracts are drafted by the employer’s legal team, in the employer’s interests. Without a professional review, you may unknowingly sign up to unreasonable non-compete restrictions, broad IP assignments, or unfair notice terms. Common issues our solicitors identify include:
- Overly broad non-compete clauses that could prevent you working in your field for years
- IP assignment clauses that give employers rights over work done in your own time
- Ambiguous bonus or commission structures that can be interpreted against you
- Garden leave provisions that restrict your ability to move to a new role
- Notice periods that are heavily one-sided in the employer’s favour
- Excessive confidentiality obligations extending well beyond your employment
What Our Review Covers
When you submit your contract, a qualified Irish solicitor will:
- Review the full document and identify all unfavourable or unusual clauses
- Explain your key obligations in clear, plain English
- Assess whether restrictive covenants are legally enforceable under Irish law
- Flag any terms that conflict with your statutory rights
- Advise on what to negotiate and how
- Provide a written summary of key issues and recommended actions
Types of Contracts We Review
- Standard full-time and part-time employment contracts
- Remote working agreements
- Senior executive and director service agreements
- Fixed-term and specified purpose contracts
- Contractor or consultancy agreements where employment status may be unclear
How It Works
- Upload your contract — Submit via our secure online form with context about the role
- Fixed-fee quote — A qualified Irish solicitor reviews and issues a transparent price
- Written report — Clear summary of key clauses, risks, and negotiating points
- Follow-up support — Your solicitor is available for any queries after the review
Why Choose Online Legal Services in Ireland?
- Fixed fees: Know exactly what it costs before you commit
- Plain English advice: We explain what the contract means, not just what it says
- Fast turnaround: Most reviews completed within 1–2 working days
- Law Society regulated: All work by solicitors regulated by the Law Society of Ireland
Also see our Employment Contract Drafting service and Employment Settlement Agreement service. Have employment law questions? Book a 30-minute consultation with one of our employment solicitors today.
This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.