108 Separation reviews
Reviewed for Employment Law (61)Settlement Agreements (19)Agency Staff / Temp Workers (8)
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This area covers the end of an employment relationship, including exit negotiations and the terms of leaving the employer on agreed conditions. A solicitor in separation helps you understand and negotiate a settlement or compromise package, including any garden leave, references, confidentiality and non-solicitation provisions. They draft, review and finalise the deal to protect your rights and ensure the terms are clear and enforceable. They also advise on any post‑employment obligations and tax implications that arise from the exit.
108 Separation reviews
Reviewed for Employment Law (61)Settlement Agreements (19)Agency Staff / Temp Workers (8)
669 Separation reviews 2 reviews this year
Reviewed for Settlement Agreements (370)Employment Law (251)Redundancy (87)
Your solicitor
Tim Edgeley
Partner in Employment Law
“I would like to share the experience I have received from Poole Alcock LLP in supporting me with a settlement agreement. I found the team extremely knowledgeable and were able to ensure I was placed in the strongest position possible, during what has been a distressing episode. They kept in touch with me constantly to let me know how things were progressing and made it very easy for me to submit information to them. They kept pressure on the company concerned and pointed out where some of the process was not being carried out in a fair way. The legal team managed to push this agreement over the line withing 5 days. I would highly recommend their services.”
110 Separation reviews 2 reviews this year
Reviewed for Employment Law (56)Settlement Agreements (34)Employment Contracts (9)
80 Separation reviews 1 review this year
Reviewed for Settlement Agreements (32)Redundancy (23)Employment Law (19)
Leads the Separation team
Clive Dobbin
Partner



Works with Claire Merritt and 4 more
“I approached Sarah Hayes for advice as she’d been so good in 2018 with the same situation but with a different company. Again she didn’t let me down , very professional thorough and efficient as were her staff. My settlement was increased due to Sarah’s knowledge and determination to get the right deal under difficult circumstances for me. I was very happy with the outcome and would totally recommend Sarah & Paris Smith in the future Thank you””
49 Separation reviews
Reviewed for Employment Law (20)Settlement Agreements (19)Redundancy (6)
8,134 Separation reviews
Reviewed for Settlement Agreements (8,131)
29 Separation reviews
Reviewed for Settlement Agreements (10)Employment Law (6)Military (4)
Leads the Separation team
Sarah Dureau
Partner
Works with Chris Gwinn
“I recently asked Sarah at Parker Bullen to negotiate a settlement agreement with my employer. She acted quickly and negotiated a better deal than i was expecting in a very professional manner. I highly recommend her. Thank you Sarah.”
1 Separation review
Leads the Separation team
Andrew Carswell
Partner & Solicitor
Works with Augustine Marius Cook
“I was fortunate to be given Andrew's details by a colleague. Andrew was very approachable, helpful and explained the process in great detail, Andrew kept me fully informed at all times. ”
4 Separation reviews
Leads the Separation team
Mark Broad
Partner



Works with Darren Tibble and 3 more
“I found working with Amanda great from the get go. She was realistic about timings, able to assist to help meet my goals, with guidance which meant things were done right to protect me longterm as well as within the immediate situation with clear communication throughout. I felt that I could trust her judgement and that she listened well to my needs explaining the details to ensure I understood. The meetings we had were professional yet friendly and offices well presented in a lovely location. Quote was slightly higher than other local firms, but for the service delivered worth it & would certainly use them again (Amanda in particular).”
59 Separation reviews
Reviewed for Settlement Agreements (24)Employment Law (20)Redundancy (5)
What Separation clients highlight
“Very helpful advice from Gemma surrounding quite a complex employment dispute. In just 3 hours she was able to review my case and provide an in-person meeting. I felt she really took the time to answer anything I had to ask professionally and was very approachable. She was completely impartial and honest about prospects and what to do next. She even included some very helpful information post-payment. I must add that I honestly felt everyone here was trying their absolute best to provide what they could within the time I was able to afford Also must mention Holly and lucy who were also beyond helpful in assisting me from start to end. An excellent experience all round!”
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We have ranked 58 law firms for Separation in New Forest, listed in order on this page.