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Employment Contracts and Agreements

Fort Worth Employment Contract Review Lawyer

Clear, practical help with job offers, non-competes, non-solicits, and severance

Before you sign an employment agreement or a severance package, you deserve to know exactly what it means for your career, your income, and your future. We review, explain, and negotiate employment contracts, non-compete and non-solicitation clauses, confidentiality and IP provisions, bonus and commission plans, equity awards, and severance agreements. Our goal is simple: protect your livelihood and give you answers you can trust.

What we review and negotiate

Offer letters and employment agreements – duties, pay, bonus targets, equity, relocation, relocation paybacks, probation, and “for cause/without cause” terms
Non-compete and non-solicitation clauses – scope of restricted activities, time limits, geographic limits, client and employee restrictions
Confidentiality and trade secret provisions – definitions of “confidential,” return of property, invention assignment, and IP ownership
Commission and bonus plans – when commissions vest, clawbacks, proration on termination, and plan “discretion” language
Arbitration, jury-trial waivers, choice of law, venue – how and where disputes are decided
Severance agreements and releases – payment, COBRA, benefits, references, non-disparagement/confidentiality, no-rehire terms
Executive and small-business agreements – handbooks, policy acknowledgments, and template packages

If your agreement isn’t listed here, call us. We’ll walk through your document line by line.

Texas non-compete and non-solicitation basics (plain English)

Texas law enforces reasonable restrictive covenants when they meet specific requirements. In practice, that means:

There must be real consideration. Texas typically requires the restriction to be tied to something of value (often access to confidential information, trade secrets, or specialized training).
Limits must be reasonable. Time, geography, and the scope of restricted activities should go no further than necessary to protect legitimate business interests.
Non-solicitation is treated like a non-compete. Clauses restricting contact with customers or employees are analyzed similarly and must be reasonable.
Overbroad terms can be narrowed. Texas courts may “reform” an overly broad covenant, but you can still be held to a narrowed version—so negotiating fair terms up front matters.
Special rules exist for certain professions. For example, physician agreements have unique statutory requirements.

We assess whether your restrictions are likely enforceable, how they could be narrowed, and where you have leverage to negotiate better terms.

What we look for (and flag) in your agreement

Scope traps – “any business competitive with” language that’s wider than your actual role
Undefined territories – nationwide or “anywhere the company does business” restrictions without limits
Vague “confidential information” – definitions so broad they include your general skills and experience
Clawbacks and forfeitures – bonus or equity take-backs tied to non-compete breaches
Commission pitfalls – “paid when collected,” “in the company’s discretion,” and post-termination forfeitures
One-sided dispute terms – fee-shifting only against you, inconvenient forums, or aggressive NDA penalties
Evergreen renewals – auto-renewing restrictions you can miss if you’re not careful

Then we propose edits and alternative language that protect you while addressing legitimate employer concerns.

Severance agreements: what to know before you sign

Money and benefits. We negotiate pay, COBRA contributions, bonus/commission treatment, equity vesting, and PTO payout.
Confidentiality and non-disparagement. We push for mutuality, carve-outs for legal rights, and clear limits on what you can and cannot say.
Non-compete tie-ins. We may narrow or extinguish restrictive covenants as part of a separation.
Your legal timelines. Workers over 40 must receive specific time periods to review and revoke federal age-discrimination waivers. Group layoffs involve additional disclosures. We make sure your agreement complies and preserves your rights.

Our focus is practical: maximize value, minimize risk, and keep your future options open.

How we help

Plain-language review. We translate legalese and highlight risks and opportunities.
Markup and strategy. You get a redlined agreement with proposed edits and talking points for negotiations—or we negotiate for you.
Leverage analysis. We assess enforceability, risk, and business realities to guide next steps.
Employee and small-business support. We represent employees at all levels, and we help small businesses draft fair, enforceable agreements that actually protect their interests.

What to do before you sign

1. Pause and breathe. High-pressure deadlines are common; you still have choices.
2. Gather documents. Offer letters, plan documents, handbooks, prior NDAs, commission plans, and any emails about terms.
3. Do not rely on verbal promises. If it isn’t in the contract, it usually doesn’t count.
4. Ask for a copy in Word or editable format. Redlining is faster and clearer.
5. Call us. Early review prevents costly fixes later.

Why choose us

Focused advocacy

We represent people—not corporations—and advise small businesses that want agreements done right.

Practical, business-minded advice

We protect your legal position while keeping your career and reputation front and center.

Negotiation and litigation readiness

We negotiate firmly and, when necessary, are prepared to enforce or challenge agreements in court.

Personal attention

You work directly with our attorneys. You will always know what is happening and why.

With offices in:

Forth Worth
San Antonio
Arlington
North Richland Hills
Haltom City
Tarrant County
the rest of Texas

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Talk with a Fort Worth Employment Contract Lawyer Today

You don’t have to navigate this alone. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can review your agreement, spot risks, and protect your options.

Call (817) 335-9700 or email us to schedule your free consultation. We’ll review your case, explain your rights, and outline the path to maximum compensation.

Serving Fort Worth, Arlington, North Richland Hills, Haltom City, and all of Tarrant County

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