Manhattan Employment Contract Lawyer

Employment Contract Attorney Serving Manhattan, NY

Manhattan employment contracts frequently involve complex compensation structures, equity grants, deferred compensation, clawback provisions, and aggressive restrictive covenants. Whether you are a financial services professional reviewing a new offer, an executive negotiating a C-suite agreement, or an employer drafting standardized contracts for your workforce, the stakes of getting the terms right in Manhattan are substantial.

Agarunov Law Firm drafts and reviews employment contracts for Manhattan employers and employees. We handle executive employment agreements, offer letter negotiations, equity and deferred compensation provisions, non-compete analysis under current New York law, non-solicitation and confidentiality clauses, and independent contractor classifications.

Our office is located at 30 Broad Street, accessible via virtually every subway line to our Financial District office. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your employment contract.

Employment Contract Services in Manhattan

Executive Employment Agreements

Manhattan executive employment agreements involve complex compensation structures including base salary, performance bonuses, equity incentives, carried interest, deferred compensation, clawback provisions, and golden parachute arrangements. We draft and negotiate these agreements for C-suite officers, managing directors, portfolio managers, general counsel, and other senior professionals working in Manhattan's financial services, media, technology, and professional services sectors.

Offer Letter Review and Negotiation

An offer from a Manhattan employer may include terms that significantly restrict your future career options. We review offer letters and employment agreements to identify non-compete obligations, intellectual property assignments, arbitration clauses, and other provisions that require negotiation before acceptance.

Non-Compete and Restrictive Covenant Analysis

Manhattan employers across finance, media, and technology routinely include aggressive non-compete and non-solicitation provisions. We analyze these restrictions under current New York case law, negotiate modifications where possible, and advise professionals on compliance strategies when transitioning between competitors.

Independent Contractor Agreements

Manhattan companies that engage freelancers, consultants, and gig workers must comply with New York City's Freelance Isn't Free Act and state classification standards. We draft independent contractor agreements and advise businesses on structuring compliant engagement models.

Commission and Bonus Structures

We draft commission plans, bonus agreements, and incentive compensation structures for Manhattan businesses. Our agreements address discretionary versus guaranteed bonuses, commission calculation methodologies, acceleration provisions, and post-termination entitlements under New York law.

Employment Contract Considerations for Manhattan Professionals

Manhattan employment contracts tend to be more complex and aggressive than those in other boroughs. Financial services firms, media companies, technology startups, law firms, and consulting practices in Manhattan routinely include provisions for equity compensation, clawback mechanisms, arbitration requirements, garden leave periods, and multi-year non-competes that can significantly restrict career mobility.

The competitive nature of the Manhattan job market means that professionals are often presented with take-it-or-leave-it contracts during the hiring process. In reality, most of these terms are negotiable, and having an attorney involved early in the process frequently results in meaningful improvements to severance protections, non-compete scope, and compensation terms. New York County courts have a well-developed body of case law governing employment contract disputes that informs how we advise Manhattan clients.

Why Manhattan Clients Choose Agarunov Law Firm

Agarunov Law Firm provides employment contract services for Manhattan employers and employees.

• Drafting and negotiation of executive employment agreements and offer letters
• Non-compete and restrictive covenant analysis under current New York law
• Independent contractor agreements and classification compliance
• Accessible from Manhattan via virtually every subway line to our Financial District office
• Licensed in both New York and New Jersey

How Our Employment Contract Process Works

• Step 1: Consultation. We review your situation, discuss the proposed agreement or your drafting needs, and identify key issues. This consultation is free.
• Step 2: Review and Analysis. We analyze the contract terms, identify provisions requiring attention, and prepare a detailed summary of our findings and recommendations.
• Step 3: Negotiation or Drafting. We negotiate revised terms with the other party or draft new agreements tailored to your requirements and compliant with applicable law.
• Step 4: Finalization. We finalize the agreement, ensure all parties understand the terms, and provide guidance on compliance with ongoing obligations.