Getting a settlement agreement is stressful. Tight deadline, unfamiliar legal terms, an employer who suddenly wants you to sign. We have handled thousands. We will make it simple.
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Reviewed within hours for Bournemouth employees. £0 to you when your employer pays our fee.
- Free to you, your employer pays our legal fee
- Reviewed within hours, even if your deadline is tomorrow
- We check every clause, non-competes, tax, references, everything
"She was incredibly thorough, taking the time to explain each clause clearly. Despite the level of detail and care, she worked very efficiently and achieved a quick turnaround."
Getting a settlement agreement is stressful. Tight deadline, unfamiliar legal terms, an employer who suddenly wants you to sign. We have handled thousands. We will make it simple.
- Free to you, your employer pays our legal fee
- Reviewed within hours, even if your deadline is tomorrow
- We check every clause, non-competes, tax, references, everything
"She was incredibly thorough, taking the time to explain each clause clearly. Despite the level of detail and care, she worked very efficiently and achieved a quick turnaround."
Sarah, Consultant Solicitor
SRA-Regulated · Employment law specialist
Settlement Agreement Advice in Bournemouth
Bournemouth has a strong financial services and insurance sector alongside its tourism industry, and we sometimes see settlement agreements here linked to long-term ill health or reduced capability rather than straightforward redundancy. If your employer in Bournemouth has offered you a settlement agreement, you're required by law to get independent legal advice before signing, and your employer typically covers the cost. We advise Bournemouth employees by phone and video call, usually the same day. We'll review the compensation, check how any ill health or capability process was handled, confirm the tax treatment, and look at any restrictive covenants before advising you on the offer.
Do you cover Poole as well as Bournemouth?
Yes, and everywhere in between. Bournemouth and Poole sit in the same conurbation and, for our purposes, in the same travel-to-work area, so we treat an enquiry from either exactly the same way: same-day review by phone and video, no office visit, and your employer's legal fees contribution covering the cost in nearly every case.
What sectors dominate Bournemouth's workforce?
The unitary authority's 2024 BRES return shows health and social care as the single biggest employer group, with retail second. Tourism shows up directly in third place, accommodation and food service, ahead of education, professional services and admin support.
- Human health and social work activities18.8%
- Wholesale and retail trade13.3%
- Accommodation and food service activities10.4%
- Education7.8%
- Professional, scientific and technical activities7.2%
- Administrative and support service activities7%
Financial services and insurance also have a long-standing presence locally, alongside the tourism and hospitality sectors reflected in the figures above, and those roles more often bring bonus and restrictive-covenant questions into a settlement agreement. Our national guides below cover the terms that come up most, wherever your employer is based:
Bonus and deferred compensation
Discretionary vs contractual bonus, malus and clawback, deferred awards.
Regulatory references
What a settlement agreement can and cannot say for FCA/PRA-regulated roles.
Share options and RSUs
Leaver status, vesting cliffs, and what happens to unvested equity.
Restrictive covenants
Non-compete, non-solicit and confidentiality terms, and what is enforceable.
My Bournemouth employer raised a settlement agreement after I'd been off sick. Does that change anything?
It can. Employers have to follow a fair capability process and consider reasonable adjustments before dismissing someone for ill health, and if those steps were skipped, that can strengthen your position. We'll ask what happened before your offer and factor it into our advice.
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Redundancy and settlement agreements in Bournemouth
A redundancy programme, rather than a workplace dispute, lies behind most of the Bournemouth settlement agreements we see, in an economy weighted toward tourism and hospitality. We represent employees only, and our starting point is always your statutory minimum.
Read facing redundancy, start here, or see our wider Dorset settlement agreement solicitors hub.
Do you need a solicitor near you?
You will not need to track down a solicitor in Bournemouth itself. The review happens over phone and video across England and Wales, and the paperwork confirming your independent legal advice is completed without an office visit.
Why Clients Choose Us Over High Street Firms
Response Time
Cost
Expertise
Quality
Traditional Solicitors | Settlement-Advice.com | |
|---|---|---|
| Response Time | 5-10 day wait for first appointment | Initial review within hours |
| Cost | Top up payments required | Free to you, employer pays |
| Expertise | Juggling 50+ different case types | Settlement Agreement specialists |
| Quality | Generic template advice | Bespoke review by employment law experts |
We advise employees across Bournemouth and Dorset by phone and video. No office visit needed.
How It Works
Step 1
You upload your agreement
Step 2
Our specialist reviews it
Step 3
We call to advise you on the terms (30-minute call)
Step 4
You sign electronically
Step 5
Your employer pays you
Step 1
You upload your agreement
Step 2
Our specialist reviews it
Step 3
We call to advise you on the terms (30-minute call)
Step 4
You sign electronically
Step 5
Your employer pays you
Some cases are straightforward and can be completed quickly. If you'd like us to negotiate better terms or an improved payment on your behalf, this will take longer, but we'll keep you informed at every stage.
Upload your agreement and we'll review it within hours, or call 0330 043 3008. Free, no obligation.
What Our Clients Say
"Sarah supported me through an incredibly difficult and emotional employment dispute with clarity, professionalism, and genuine care. What really stood out was how reassured I felt throughout. Even during moments of uncertainty, I knew I was in safe hands."
Rachel M.
Verified client review, January 2026
"She was incredibly thorough, taking the time to explain each clause clearly. Despite the level of detail and care, she worked very efficiently and achieved a quick turnaround, getting the documents reviewed and signed off without delay."
James P.
Verified client review, April 2025
"I used Sarah Wilkinson to review what should have been a straightforward settlement agreement with a less than 24 hour turnaround (which was achieved) but turned into 2 weeks of back and forth with my employer and their solicitor. Throughout the whole process, I truly felt like Sarah 'had my back'; she was not only professional but also a decent human being who wouldn't tolerate injustice or unfairness. I would not hesitate to recommend Sarah."
S. L.
Verified client review, May 2026
"Was dreading getting my redundancy agreement ratified but RGF Lawyers made it a very easy process. Very professional but friendly with it. I would highly recommend RGF Lawyers."
David & Elizabeth J.
Verified client review, May 2026
"Vandana Tandon was incredibly professional while guiding me through my settlement agreement. At every stage, she ensured I fully understood the process and felt comfortable with each step. Her clear communication and supportive approach made a potentially stressful situation much easier to navigate. I would highly recommend RGF Lawyers."
John
Verified client review, April 2026
"RGF was extremely helpful with my case. My representative took time to explain all the details in a thorough way, highlighting everything that was particularly relevant. He was also extremely prompt, with everything I needed done in 24 hours."
Jordan M.
Verified client review, April 2026
"Sarah was very quick, amenable and helpful in reviewing my settlement agreement. Registering and completing ID checks was quick, as was the online process for signing documentation. I would recommend their services."
George W.
Verified client review, April 2026
Free Settlement Agreement Review for Bournemouth Employees
For Standard Agreements(Free to You)
Your employer pays our fee directly. This is written into most settlement agreements under the 'legal fees' clause. You pay nothing.
£0
to you
For Negotiated Agreements
If we think you can do better, we'll negotiate on your behalf, aiming to increase your payout and remove potentially harmful clauses like non-competes. We'll discuss fees upfront before any work begins. We will always seek a contribution to costs from your employer.
Discussed upfront
no surprises
The Small Print:
Our review is free to you where your employer's contribution covers our fee. Nearly every settlement agreement includes one, because the law requires you to take independent legal advice before signing. If yours doesn't, we'll tell you upfront in our initial review (which is free).
No upfront costs. We'll confirm everything before starting, or call 0330 043 3008 to talk it through.
Your advice comes from an SRA-regulated solicitor at RGF Lawyers, named to you when your call is confirmed.
Common Questions
I've been on long-term sick leave and my Bournemouth employer has now offered a settlement agreement. Is the offer likely to be lower?
Not necessarily, but the process matters. Employers have obligations to consider reasonable adjustments and follow a fair capability process before dismissing someone for ill health. If those steps were skipped, that can strengthen your position. We'll ask about what happened before your offer and factor it into our advice.
How can this be free? What's the catch?
There's no catch. By law, your employer must contribute towards your legal fees when offering a settlement agreement. We receive our fee directly from your employer under the 'legal fees' clause. You pay nothing for a standard review.
Can I trust advice that's this fast?
Yes. We're specialists. We focus exclusively on settlement agreements. This means we can provide thorough, accurate advice efficiently. Quality is never compromised.
What if I want to negotiate a better offer?
We'll tell you honestly if we think negotiation is worth it. Every case is different. Sometimes the terms offered are fair and we'll confirm that. In other cases, we'll recommend negotiating for improved terms.
Do I have to come to your office?
No. We advise Bournemouth clients entirely by phone and video call. No office visit required. Everything is handled remotely, including electronic signatures.
What if my employer doesn't pay your fee?
Rare, but it happens. If your agreement doesn't include a legal fees clause, we'll quote you upfront before starting work. No surprises.
Still have questions? Start the process and we'll call you, or ring 0330 043 3008. Free, no obligation.
Read more before you sign
Unfair dismissal: your UK rights
When unfair dismissal applies and how settlement agreements fit in.
Redundancy rights and settlements
Statutory pay, enhanced packages, and when to push back on the offer.
Tax on settlement agreements
How the £30,000 tax-free portion works and what is taxable.
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