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Albany County Severance Pay Assistance for Employees

Your Trusted Partner for Severance Pay in New York

Severance pay is often a critical component of an employee’s departure from a company, helping ease the financial transition while they seek new opportunities. However, severance packages can be complex and are not always guaranteed. In Albany County, employees facing termination or layoffs often struggle with understanding their rights to severance pay, especially when employers present unclear or unfair offers.

At Severance Lawyers, we focus on representing individuals who need assistance negotiating or challenging severance agreements. Whether you have been offered a severance package that doesn’t meet your expectations or you want to ensure your rights are protected, we are here to help.

Call Severance Lawyers today at (800) 466-5015 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with our Albany County severance pay attorneys.

Communities We Serve in Albany County

Our Albany County New York Severance Lawyers represent employers and employees in the following communities:

  • City of Albany
  • City of Cohoes
  • City of Watervliet
  • Town of Berne
  • Town of Bethlehem
  • Town of Coeymans
  • Town of Colonie
  • Town of Guilderland
  • Town of Knox
  • Town of New Scotland/Village of Voorheesville
  • Town of Rensselaerville
  • Town of Westerlo
  • Village of Green Island

Comprehensive Severance Review & Negotiation Services

When you are presented with a severance agreement from your Albany County employer, it can be confusing to know what, exactly, they are asking you to sign.  It is a good idea to have any Albany County severance agreement reviewed by an experienced Albany County employment attorney before agreeing to it without requesting changes. Our Albany County severance lawyers are skilled attorneys with years of experience in severance agreements.  They can help review and negotiate your severance documents to protect your rights while ensuring the best benefit to you. We have received several awards and accolades from our peers and have been included in several lists as some of the best employment lawyers.

Since 2006, our lawyers have been included in the Super Lawyers List for Employment Law and Super Lawyers Rising Stars for Employment Law. We were named as an Employment Law Firm of the Year by Corporate Intl Magazine for 2010 and 2012, named AI Business Team Excellence Award for 2015 Employment Attorney of the Year in New Jersey and been included in the Top 40 under 40 Lawyers listing. Our Albany County attorneys experience and skill will allow you to understand your Albany County severance agreement completely and give you the peace of mind that you are receiving everything that you can in severance.

Our Key Practice Areas for Severance Pay

Simple 4-Step Process to Secure Your Severance

Step 1.
Call us or fill out a contact form.
Step 2.
Our office will schedule a date and time for the meeting (either in person, Zoom or by phone). All meetings can be scheduled within 24 hours.
Step 3.
Our severance package lawyer will conduct a thorough review of the agreement before discussing it carefully with you and answering your questions.
Step 4.
Our attorneys will send you a detailed email regarding any changes, revisions, or other items that need addressing with your previous employer. You will then have the option to negotiate with your employer directly on your behalf to retain us to negotiate for you to try to improve the terms and amount of severance pay.

How Our Albany County Severance Pay Attorneys Can Assist You

We can assist you by:

  • Reviewing Your Severance Agreement: We will carefully review your severance agreement, explaining any confusing legal terms and identifying unfair or overly restrictive conditions that may affect your future employment prospects.
  • Negotiating Better Terms: If you have been offered severance but believe the package is insufficient, we can negotiate on your behalf. Severance packages are not “take it or leave it” offers; they are negotiable. We will advocate for a better financial settlement, extended health benefits, or a release from certain restrictive covenants like non-disclosure or non-compete agreements.
  • Ensuring Compliance with New York Employment Laws: New York labor laws provide important protections for employees, but these laws can be difficult to interpret without the help of a legal professional. We’ll ensure your severance package complies with state and federal regulations, including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act, and any other applicable laws. This prevents you from unknowingly waiving important rights or accepting an offer that doesn’t meet the legal standards.
  • Addressing Discriminatory or Retaliatory Termination: In some cases, employees are terminated due to discriminatory practices or as retaliation for reporting workplace violations. If you believe your termination was unlawful, we can investigate your case and take appropriate legal action. If such misconduct is uncovered, we can help you seek justice beyond just negotiating severance, including filing claims for wrongful termination or discrimination.
  • Protecting Your Rights and Future Career: Severance agreements often include restrictive covenants, such as non-compete clauses, which could limit your ability to find new employment. These clauses may prevent you from working in your industry or geographic region for a certain period of time. By protecting your future career options, we ensure that your severance agreement does not prevent you from pursuing new opportunities.

Get in Touch with Our Albany County Team Today

At Severance Lawyers, we are dedicated to helping employees protect their rights and secure fair compensation. Don’t let a severance agreement limit your future without first seeking the advice of an experienced legal professional.

Contact us today to schedule a consultation. We will provide you with clear guidance on your legal rights and help you understand the best steps to take. Whether you need assistance reviewing an offer, negotiating better terms, or protecting your future career, our team is ready to stand by your side.

Frequently Asked Questions About Severance in New York

Contact Severance Lawyers today to get started with our Albany County severance pay lawyers.

Client reviews

    “Would recommend Paul to anyone.”

    This law firm helped me achieve the results that I needed. Would recommend Paul to anyone that feels as though they have been wronged and need legal guidance and assistance.

    - Al W.
    “They gave my case all the time and attention that was needed to be successful.”

    My experience with Severance Lawyers was excellent. They gave my case all the time and attention that was needed to be successful. They were a calming and confident presence during a difficult and uncertain time for me. Their guidance was outstanding at all times, prompt, professional,  timely and open for calls and quick updates. They invested the time to work through all of my questions and issues. I can’t thank them enough and would hire them again.

    - Wendy G.
    “From start to finish Tom was there to help me out every step of the way with our case.”

    Tom and his staff understand the law very well. They are quick to return calls, take the initiative, and explain things in a way I can understand. From start to finish Tom was there to help me out every step of the way with our case. I am glad to have Tom and his team on my side. I simply cannot thank them enough!

    - Michelle M.
    “Helped turn my lemons into lemonade.”

    I found myself in a challenging & stressful situation that required legal representation and their attorney Paul Castronovo handled it beyond my expectations.  Paul is incredibly experienced/knowledgeable and I just felt like I was in good hands the entire time.  Paul has a calming demeanor too–which is helpful in these stressful situations. Paul helped turn my lemons into lemonade.

    - Tucker W.
    “His confidence shined through instilling the confidence in me and peace of mind having him by my side.”

    Tom McKinney’s prompt attention, articulate and comprehensive advice addressed my Employment Agreement related issue. His confidence shined through instilling the confidence in me and peace of mind having him by my side. If you’re dealing with the proverbial ‘blood sucking’ company, look no further than Tom’s voice of reason.

    - Sweta M.
    “He was professional and knowledgeable in employment law.”

    Going to Tom and his team for my case was the best decision I made. He was professional and knowledgeable in employment law. He helped me reach a resolution and I could not recommend him enough for anyone else out there.

    - Austin S.
    “I have referred him to friends in NJ and NY.”

    Tom McKinney is one of the best attorneys that I know…whether to negotiate on your behalf or reviewing your agreement to make sure you are getting maximum value for your compensation. From stock options to deferred compensation.  I have referred him to friends in NJ and NY.

    - Sean C.
    “Tom was prudent in having me use his services and I did not overpay when not needed.”

    I had Tom review my severance agreement. He provided a lot of valuable insight. I was able to go back to my employer with various points and double my package. Tom was prudent in having me use his services (told me to go back to my employer before fully engaging him) and I did not overpay when not needed.   Other lawyers could have easily taken advantage of my situation and over-lawyered the situation.

    - Joe K.

Have Questions?

We Have Answers!
  • How long do I have to sign the severance documents?

    When companies terminate employees and provide a severance package, the goal of the severance is to benefit both the company and the employee. Therefore, the employee has time to review the agreement. Review timelines depend on employee age and the number of people terminated simultaneously.

    • Employees under the age of 40 – No set time frame, but it must be reasonable and ample enough to review and understand the components.
    • Employees over the age of 40 – 21 days to review and sign and 7 days to reconsider and revoke your signature.
    • Multiple terminations at once – 45 days to review and sign and 7 days to reconsider and revoke your signature.
  • How is severance pay calculated?

    Several factors go into severance pay amounts. Employees in higher management positions may receive additional benefits like longer pay terms, office equipment, or medical benefits.

    Typical payouts can last up to 26 weeks and go by the following calculations:

    • Hourly Employees: Number of years with company X 1 week of regular pay = Severance Pay $ Total
    • Salaried Employees: Number of years with company X 2 weeks of regular pay = Severance Pay $ Total
  • Am I entitled to severance pay?

    No, most companies provide a severance agreement when they lay off or fire an employee. Offering a severance package is entirely optional for the company. Most companies only do it to protect themselves from future lawsuits, the employee going to a competitor company, or adverse claims from the employee. The company takes multiple factors into account when preparing the packages.