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An employment settlement agreement in Ireland is a legally binding contract between employer and employee that settles employment law claims, usually on the termination of employment in exchange for a payment.Independent legal advice is generally needed for a waiver of employment claims to be effective.
Where your matter needs legal work, you instruct a solicitor directly; we provide information and self-complete templates only. The price is set, with no billable hours and no surprise invoices, and the service is fully online, so there is no need to travel to an office.
What’s included
- Independent legal advice on your settlement agreement
- ILA certificate included
- Set price
- Law Society of Ireland directory firm
- Self-complete template with guidance notes — you fill it in yourself
- Documents tailored to Irish law and your circumstances, delivered by email
- A written summary of the key points and anything you need to do afterwards
Who this is for
- Employees offered a settlement agreement
- Employees leaving under a redundancy package
- Employees asked to sign a waiver of claims
- Senior employees negotiating an exit
How it works
- Find a solicitor through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory and send them the basic details and any existing documents or correspondence.
- Complete a short questionnaire about your circumstances.
- A solicitor would then advise you on the agreement’s terms and effect before you sign.
- You receive your certificate of independent legal advice and a summary by email.
Frequently asked questions
How much does independent legal advice on a settlement agreement cost?
This page is a free guide — nothing on it is for sale. Solicitors set their own fees for this work and must give you a written costs estimate (a section 150 letter) before starting. Get quotes through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.
Why do I need independent legal advice?
A settlement agreement usually waives potential claims. Independent advice helps make sure you understand what you are giving up and is generally needed for the waiver to be effective.
Is a settlement payment taxable in Ireland?
Some termination payments may be partly exempt from income tax under Revenue rules. Tax advice specific to your situation is recommended.
For more on employment law for Irish employers and employees, see our Employment Law in Ireland hub.
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