Calgary Beltline District

Offered a Severance Package? Get an Expert Legal Review Before You Sign.

Alberta employment law gives you up to 2 years to sign, despite employer deadlines. Ensure you aren't leaving money or benefits on the table.

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80%+
Offers Undervalued Estimated percentage of initial severance offers that fall below legal Common Law entitlements.
23+ Years
Trusted Counsel Legal guidance from an advocate admitted to practice across three global jurisdictions.
48-Hour
Fast Turnaround Rapid review process to protect your rights before corporate deadlines expire.
The Analysis Process

How We Review Your Severance Offer

A streamlined, secure, and completely confidential assessment process.

1

Upload & Submit

Provide details and securely upload your agreement through our secure intake portal.

2

Deep Legal Analysis

We evaluate key variables: tenure, position, age, commission clauses, and mitigation terms.

3

Actionable Strategy

Receive a private evaluation session clarifying if we can negotiate a higher exit payout.

Detailed Assessment

Critical Variables Evaluated in Your Contract

Our team reviews employment agreements to locate hidden liabilities and maximize recovery values.

Common Law vs. ESA Minimums

Employers frequently try to limit payouts to statutory minimums. We assess if you qualify for higher common law entitlements.

Bonus & Benefit Continuation

Severance values should cover commissions, bonuses, health coverage, RRSP matching, and vehicle allowances, not just basic salary.

Restrictive Covenants

We review non-compete and non-solicitation language within your exit terms to ensure your future career growth is not restricted.

Mitigation Clauses

We verify whether finding new employment during your severance period automatically terminates your employer's ongoing payout obligations.

Answering Your Questions

Severance Package FAQs

Answers to common concerns Calgary professionals face during termination transitions.

Do I have to sign by my employer's deadline?
No. Employers often push aggressive deadlines (e.g., 24 to 72 hours) to limit your options. In Alberta, you generally have up to 2 years to pursue legal entitlements under Common Law. Do not feel pressured to sign until you've had a professional legal assessment.
How is severance calculated under Common Law?
Unlike basic statutory rules, Common Law calculations (often referred to as the Bardal factors) evaluate several variables: age, length of tenure, character of the role, and the likelihood of securing alternative employment. This frequently yields packages significantly larger than the minimums required by the Employment Standards Code (ESC).
Is your review fully confidential?
Absolutely. All communications, uploaded files, and consultation sessions are protected under attorney-client privilege. Your employer will not be notified of your inquiry unless you explicitly choose to retain us to conduct formal negotiations.
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Maximize Your Severance Package

Before signing away your statutory and common law legal rights, ensure your termination package reflects the true financial value of your career investment.

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