Before You Sign That Severance Agreement, Get a Lawyer to Review It
Get Your Severance Agreement Reviewed
Free Consultation. No Obligation.
Common Situations We Help With
If any of this sounds familiar, it's worth a conversation before you sign anything.
Severance agreements often waive your right to sue for discrimination, retaliation, or unpaid wages.
Severance amounts and terms are frequently negotiable. Most employees don't ask.
Non-compete and non-disparagement clauses can affect your next job. We make sure they're fair.
Why Review Before Signing
Severance agreements often include releases, non-competes, and non-disparagement clauses that limit your rights. 1818 Legal reviews your agreement and negotiates better terms before you sign.
So, what are you waiting for?
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Know What You're Signing Away
Negotiate Better Terms
Protect Your Next Move
Why It Matters
Is This You?
Laid off or terminated and handed a severance agreement.
Offered severance in exchange for signing a release
Concerned about a non-compete or non-solicit clause
Suspect the termination was retaliatory or discriminatory
Executive or professional negotiating an exit package
Getting Started
Who You'll Work With
30+ Years of Chicago Employment Law Experience
Founded by Jordan Matyas, 1818 Legal represents employees and professionals across Chicago and Illinois in employment disputes, including severance negotiations, wrongful termination, and workplace retaliation claims. Jordan helps clients understand their rights and options so they can make clear, confident decisions at difficult moments in their careers.
What Happens When You Reach Out
STEP 01
STEP 02
STEP 03
Send Us Your Agreement
We Advise or Negotiate
We Review It
Share your severance agreement and a brief description of your situation.
An attorney reviews the terms and flags anything concerning.
You decide whether to sign as-is, negotiate, or explore other options.
1818 Legal
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