Diligent Washington, D.C., Employment Law Attorney
Severance Packages • Separation Agreements • Termination Agreements
In a slowing economy, companies try to cut their costs, often starting with their labor costs. If you've been let go or suspect that you will be terminated from your job, contact the Law Offices of John E. Carpenter to discuss the options available to you.
At the Washington, D.C., Law Office of John E. Carpenter, we have significant experience with clients dealing with this stressful situation. We may be able to negotiate a severance package or separation agreement for you.
Many people aren't aware that they can negotiate a severance package when facing termination - even if the termination is for cause. If you're like most employees, you have an "at will" relationship with your employer, which means your employer can fire you at any time.
However, it's not widely known that an employer is often willing to negotiate a severance package or separation agreement because it releases them from all potential claims of liability that might have arisen during the period of employment. As a result, we may be able to negotiate a separation agreement and get you a percentage of your salary or benefits in exchange for this release of liability.
Maximize Your Leverage
If you've been laid off, fired, or expect to be soon, you're not in the best position to negotiate by yourself. Having a lawyer on your side who is experienced in negotiating severance packages can increase your leverage and enhance the terms of the final agreement. That's where we come in.
We'll evaluate your circumstances and negotiate an agreement on your behalf. We'll start by taking stock of your strengths, such as skill sets, years of experience, years of service, educational background and any other factors you bring to the table, and we'll formulate a strategy to get the most we can from your employer. We'll endeavor to get you the best agreement possible.
If you're facing termination, explore the issue of a severance package or separation agreement with us first to see if this is a possible option for you. To schedule an appointment, contact our office on Farragut Square in Washington, D.C., at (202) 887-5445.
