Independent legal advice for employees

Settlement agreement review with modern discretion.

Sterling Law helps professionals understand their settlement agreement, protect their position, and move forward with solicitor-led advice. Review target within 2 business days, subject to availability.

See what is included

A free 15-minute call to check your settlement agreement is suitable for our review service and answer your initial questions — no obligation.

Qualified solicitor review
Up to 1 hour negotiation support
Free next employment agreement document review

Review brief

Executive exit package

Priority

Compensation

Commercial terms checked

Restrictions

Post-employment limits reviewed

Reference

Practical position clarified

Certificate

Solicitor sign-off supported

Proceed and receive

Free next employment agreement document review

Bullet-point comments on key risks and areas of concern.

2 business days

Target review turnaround, subject to availability

Solicitor-led

Independent legal advice from qualified professionals

Regulated firm

Professional standards and clear client care

Premium support

Calm, practical guidance when it matters

Trusted by employees from leading companies

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Recognised & regulated

Why choose us

A premium review service for a high-stakes career moment.

You need legal advice that is fast, precise, and reassuring without turning the process into a drawn-out legal exercise.

Fast, focused review

Clear solicitor advice on the agreement in front of you, with a target review within 2 business days where availability allows.

Built for employees

Support shaped around professionals leaving a role, not employer-side policy or generic legal administration.

Negotiation where needed

If the agreement needs improvement, the service includes up to 1 hour of negotiations as part of the review package.

Premium presentation

A polished, discreet experience that helps you make decisions confidently and move forward with clarity.

How it works

Three simple steps from offer to informed decision.

01

Book onboarding

Share basic details and book a short assessment call with Alex through the appointment schedule.

02

Send documents

If the matter is suitable, Sterling Law requests the agreement and supporting documents through the agreed channel.

03

Solicitor consultation

Once documents and engagement steps are ready, the 1-hour consultation with Anton is unlocked.

What's included

Everything needed for clear independent advice.

A focused package designed to help you understand the agreement, meet the independent advice requirement, and identify whether the offer needs to be improved.

Independent legal advice on your settlement agreement

Review by a qualified solicitor

Clear explanation of key terms, obligations, and risks

Practical guidance on signing and next steps

Up to 1 hour of negotiations if needed

Completion support for the solicitor certificate

Proceed with Sterling Law

Free review of your next employment agreement document.

If you proceed with the settlement agreement review, Sterling Law can review your next employment agreement document and provide bullet-point comments on key risks and areas of concern.

Carefully scoped

The free review does not include redrafting, negotiation support, extensive follow-up advice, or conferences/calls on that employment agreement.

Team

Solicitor-led support with a clear point of responsibility.

Michael Iatsukha

Michael Iatsukha

Senior Partner, Senior Solicitor

Anton Nikolaiev

Anton Nikolaiev

Head of the team, Solicitor

Aliya Rimshelis

Aliya Rimshelis

Senior Corporate Solicitor

Oleksandr Terek

Oleksandr Terek

Paralegal

Kyrylo Sudnyk

Kyrylo Sudnyk

Solicitor

Edward Meade

Edward Meade

Solicitor

Kuldeep Clair

Kuldeep Clair

Senior Solicitor Advocate

Andrei Luca

Andrei Luca

Partner – Private Clients | Director of Risk and Compliance

Otabek Gulomov

Otabek Gulomov

Solicitor

Zuhair Mansour

Zuhair Mansour

Trainee Solicitor

Reviews

Rated by clients on ReviewSolicitors

Independent, verified client reviews collected by ReviewSolicitors.

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4.9

1286 reviews on ReviewSolicitors

96%

Satisfied with outcome

97%

Value for money

98%

Would recommend

Verified customer

From the first moment that I spoke to Kuldeep Sinclair, I knew my settlement agreement was in very capable hands and I was able to trust him to deal with it in a highly efficient and professional manner. Kuldeep even managed to improve the offer for me which I had not believed to be a possibility. Very grateful to Kuldeep and Sterling Law - highly recommend.

Emma

Verified customer

Could not ask for a better solicitor.

When contacted initially...I was sceptic as I already had a chat with different company...but I was wrong...soo wrong.The way Kuldeep spoke to me,treated me was so refreshing and pleasant that I can say IT WAS THE BEST DECISION I HAVE MADE looking for help with my settlement agreement.Never thought my first experience will leave me just shocked hoe professional,polite and honest this man is.Thank You Kuldeep.

M

Verified customer

Exceptional Legal Support and Professionalism

I had the pleasure of working with Kuldeep Clair during a challenging period, and I cannot recommend his services highly enough. From start to finish, Kuldeep demonstrated exceptional professionalism, knowledge, and dedication in handling my settlement agreement. His communication was clear, concise, and timely, ensuring I was fully informed at every stage of the process. Kuldeep’s attention to detail and thorough understanding of the legal nuances gave me complete confidence in the outcome. He was not only meticulous but also empathetic, offering reassurance and support during what could have been an overwhelming situation. Thanks to Kuldeep's expertise, my settlement was completed seamlessly, and he ensured that all steps were executed promptly and efficiently. His proactive approach meant there were no delays or uncertainties, and the agreement was finalized without any complications. I am immensely grateful for Kuldeep’s guidance and would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone in need of a highly skilled, compassionate, and diligent solicitor. Thank you, Kuldeep, for your outstanding support and for helping me move forward with confidence and peace of mind.

Nadege

Verified customer

Exceptional Redundancy Solicitor – Efficient, Strategic & Compassionat

Highly recommend Kuldeep S. Clair for redundancy matters—swift, strategic, and empathetic. Their expert advice secured me a fair outcome with minimal stress. A truly agile and client-focused professional!

S

Verified customer

Special thanks to Michael Iatsukha and Sterling Law. We had dispute with the employer. Trough the professionalism of Michael our case was closed in our favor. I highly recommend this company.

Sasha

Verified customer

I can highly recommend Kuldeep Clair if you need a legal advisor for your redundancy settlement. This can be a stressful time but none of that applied here. I found him friendly and highly professional and he dealt with matters in a prompt and efficient manner, willing to spend whatever time I needed to iron things out. I was never in doubt of a satisfactory outcome.

David

Verified customer

Great service quick and responsive which is what you need when your dealing with settlement agreements also Kuldeep Clair was very informative which puts your mind at rest when you have 18 pages of jargon to read through and understand.

Deborah

Verified customer

Kuldeep provided amazing service, satisfied all my needs and was an excellent lawyer! He provided great personal service and sorted my settlement agreement out almost instantly at a very short notice :) I do not hesitate to recommend him and Sterling Law to other people. Kuldeep is the best!

Agris

FAQ

Short answers before you speak to a solicitor.

Designed to reduce uncertainty for employees who need advice quickly.

It is a legally binding agreement, usually offered when employment is ending, where you may receive compensation in exchange for agreeing to specific terms and waiving certain claims.

Employers commonly make a contribution toward independent legal advice. The amount and payment mechanics depend on the agreement and will be checked during the review.

The target turnaround is within 2 business days, subject to availability and the complexity of the agreement.

Yes, the service includes up to 1 hour of negotiations if needed. Anything beyond that can be agreed separately before further work is carried out.

If you proceed, Sterling Law can review your next employment agreement document and provide bullet-point comments on key risks or areas of concern. It does not include redrafting, negotiation support, extensive follow-up advice, or calls as part of that free review.

Ready when you are

Get solicitor-led clarity before you sign.

Settlement agreement review by a qualified solicitor, target review within 2 business days subject to availability, and a carefully scoped free review of your next employment agreement document if you proceed.

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