Queens Severance Agreement Lawyer

Severance Agreement Attorney Serving Queens, NY

Severance agreements in Queens often arrive during a stressful period, and the pressure to sign quickly can lead to accepting terms far below what is available. Whether you have been laid off from a hospital system in Flushing, terminated from a management position in Long Island City, or offered early retirement from a Jamaica-based employer, the severance package is a negotiation, not a final offer.

Agarunov Law Firm negotiates and reviews severance agreements for Queens employees and executives. We analyze separation terms, negotiate improved compensation, modify restrictive covenants, and protect your rights during the transition out of employment.

Our Financial District office is accessible from Queens via the 7, E, F, M, N, or R trains. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your severance agreement.

Severance Agreement Services in Queens

Severance Package Review and Analysis

We conduct a thorough review of your severance agreement, analyzing compensation adequacy, release scope, restrictive covenants, and all other material terms. For Queens professionals, we provide clear recommendations on which terms to accept, which to negotiate, and what leverage points are available.

Severance Negotiation

We negotiate improved severance terms on behalf of Queens employees facing separation. This includes increased severance pay, extended COBRA subsidies, modified non-compete provisions, favorable reference commitments, and outplacement assistance for professionals in healthcare, hospitality, and professional services.

Release of Claims Analysis

We evaluate the scope of the release in your severance agreement and assess whether you have potential claims, including discrimination, retaliation, or wage and hour violations, that provide negotiation leverage. For Queens employees over 40, we ensure the agreement complies with OWBPA requirements.

Non-Compete Modification in Severance

Queens employees being asked to agree to non-compete restrictions as part of severance should negotiate these provisions before signing. We work to narrow geographic scope, reduce duration, and carve out exceptions that preserve your ability to earn a livelihood in your field.

Executive Separation Agreements

We negotiate separation agreements for Queens executives covering severance pay, equity acceleration, deferred compensation, bonus entitlements, health benefits continuation, and transition support.

Severance Negotiation Considerations for Queens Professionals

Queens employees across healthcare, hospitality, retail management, and professional services frequently receive severance agreements as part of layoffs, restructurings, or terminations. The quality of these agreements varies significantly by employer size and industry. Larger employers in Queens tend to offer more structured packages, while smaller businesses may present informal separation terms that still benefit from legal review.

Timing is important in severance negotiations. The period immediately after receiving the agreement is when you have the most leverage, as the employer wants a signed release to close out the employment relationship. Having an attorney engaged during this window maximizes your ability to negotiate meaningful improvements.

Why Queens Clients Choose Agarunov Law Firm

Agarunov Law Firm negotiates severance agreements for Queens employees and executives.

• Detailed review and analysis of all severance agreement terms
• Direct negotiation with employer counsel for improved terms
• Non-compete and restrictive covenant modification
• Accessible from Queens via 7, E, F, M, N, or R trains
• Licensed in both New York and New Jersey

How Our Severance Review Process Works

• Step 1: Consultation. We review your severance agreement and discuss the circumstances of your separation. This consultation is free.
• Step 2: Analysis. We analyze all terms of the agreement, evaluate the adequacy of the compensation, identify potential legal claims, and assess negotiation leverage.
• Step 3: Negotiation. We negotiate directly with your employer or their counsel to improve the financial terms, modify restrictive covenants, and secure favorable separation conditions.
• Step 4: Finalization. We review the final agreement, explain all terms, and ensure you understand your rights and obligations before signing.