QUICK FACTS
Best For
Employees and professionals reviewing separation terms.
Includes
Review of pay terms, releases, restrictions, and deadlines.
Tennessee & Federal Law Matters Only
We focus on Tennessee and federal employment law issues.
Confidential Submission
Your documents and information are always proctected.
INVESTMENT
Starting from
$250
TN-licensed attorney. Services limited to TN law and federal employment law. State specific matters outside of TN may require local counsel.
SERVICE
Severance Agreement Review
Attorney-led review of your severance agreement before you sign or respond.
Attorney-Led
Expert Review
Confidential & Secure Process
Clear Guidance,
Practical Results
WHAT THIS REVIEW COVERS
This service is designed for Tennessee or federal employment law matters involving:
HOW IT WORKS
Severance Pay and Benefits
Review of payment terms, benefit continuation, timing of payments, and other compensation-related provisions.
Release of Claims
Guidance on the rights you may be asked to release, including employment-related claims and related legal obligations.
Post-Employment Restrictions
Review of confidentiality, non-disparagement, non-solicitation, cooperation, return of property, and other continuing obligations.
Deadlines and Negotiation Considerations
Review of response deadlines, revocation periods, negotiation concerns, and practical issues to consider before signing.
1
Submit Your Information
Complete the intake form and upload any relevant documents, deadlines, or questions related to your situation.
2
Engagement Review
The firm reviews your submission to confirm there are no conflicts and determine whether the engagement can be accepted.
3
Receive Confirmation & Invoice
If the engagement is accepted, you will receive confirmation, next steps, and an invoice before services begin.
4
After payment is received, the firm begins work on your matter. Most reviews are completed within 5–7 business days, or within 3 business days when Express Delivery is selected.
Attorney Review & Guidance
Severance Agreement Review
Starting at $250
Final pricing depends on page count and selected support options.
Ready to Submit?
You can submit your documents for review and receive a response within 24–48 business hours regarding engagement acceptance and next steps.
What You'll Need
Severance agreement or separation documents
Deadline to sign or respond
Questions about pay, benefits, releases, or restrictions
Submitting information does not create an attorney-client relationship.
Please submit your severance agreement, separation agreement, release, or related documents. Include any deadline by which you must sign or respond.
What to Submit
Pricing and Service Options
Pricing for agreement reviews is determined by document page count. Select the page range that most closely matches your document. Final pricing will be confirmed if the engagement is accepted.
1–10 Pages: $250
11–20 Pages: $350
21–30 Pages: $450
31–40 Pages: $550
41–50 Pages: $600
51–60 Pages: $650
61–70 Pages: $700
71–80 Pages: $750
81–90 Pages: $800
91–100 Pages: $850
101+ Pages: $900
Express Delivery | +$125
For time sensitive matters where a faster turnaround is needed.
Online Consultation | +$95
Add a consultation to discuss your review and ask follow up questions.
One Hour of Amendments | +$250
Add one hour of document amendment support after your review.
Contract Negotiation Support | +$250
Add support for discussing or negotiating terms after your review.
Optional Support
Most submissions receive an acceptance or declination response within 24–48 business hours.
If accepted, you will receive an invoice and next steps before services begin.
Review timelines vary based on document length and any optional support selected.
Review Timeline
Submitting information does not create an attorney-client relationship.
Representation begins only after the firm accepts the engagement and payment is received.
Important Notice
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is a severance agreement review?
A severance agreement review is an attorney review of the agreement your employer has asked you to sign in connection with separation, termination, resignation, or another employment transition. The goal is to help you understand the terms, obligations, risks, and questions to consider before you respond.
What does the severance agreement review include?
The review may include an assessment of the severance terms, release language, payment provisions, deadlines, confidentiality terms, non-disparagement language, restrictive covenants, return of property obligations, and other terms included in the uploaded document.
What are common concerns in a severance agreement?
Common concerns may include whether the severance amount is clearly stated, what rights are being released, whether the agreement limits future employment options, whether there are ongoing confidentiality or non-disparagement obligations, and whether the agreement includes deadlines or conditions that affect your decision.
Should I have a severance agreement reviewed before I sign?
Yes. Once signed, a severance agreement may limit your rights and options. Attorney review before signing can help you better understand what you are agreeing to and whether there are issues you may want to consider before responding.
What if I already signed the severance agreement?
You may still request a review if you want to better understand the agreement or your position. The review may be different if the document has already been signed, so include that detail in your notes when submitting your request.
Can Smith-Bartley Law help with severance negotiation or edits?
If available, you may add severance negotiation support or amendment support as an optional upgrade. The standard review focuses on attorney guidance and issue spotting based on the uploaded document.
How long does the severance review take?
Standard review timing will be listed on the product page. If expedited review is available and selected, the review may be completed on a shorter timeline.
Can I use this service if my matter is not connected to Tennessee?
Smith-Bartley Law is licensed only in Tennessee. Legal services are limited to Tennessee law and federal law matters. State-specific legal advise outside of Tennessee may require local counsel. If you are not sure whether your matter qualifies, contact the firm before purchasing.
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