Fee Earner Employment Contract

Fee earners, such as solicitors and legal executives, are crucial to the success of any law firm. It’s essential to have a well-structured employment contract that clearly outlines their roles, responsibilities, and remuneration. Our Fee Earner Employment Contract is specifically tailored for the legal industry, ensuring compliance with UK employment laws and covering key areas such as working hours, fee structures, confidentiality, and more.

Our detailed contract template covers all essential terms and conditions for employing fee earners in the legal sector:

Roles and Responsibilities

Clearly define the duties and expectations of the fee earner, outlining the scope of their role within your firm.

Remuneration and Fee Structures

Include provisions for salary, commission, bonuses, and any other financial arrangements, ensuring transparency and alignment with UK employment law.

Working Hours and Location

Specify working hours, flexible working arrangements, and location requirements, ensuring both parties are clear on expectations.

Confidentiality and Data Protection

Protect your firm’s sensitive information and client data with robust confidentiality and data protection clauses.

Termination and Notice Periods

Outline the conditions under which the contract can be terminated, including notice periods and post-termination restrictions.

Compliance with UK Law

Ensure the contract complies with current UK employment regulations, safeguarding your firm against potential legal disputes.

This contract is specifically designed for:

Law Firms: Whether you are a small practice or a large firm, this contract ensures that your employment relationships with fee earners are legally sound and clearly defined.

Legal Service Providers: Set clear terms for fee earners who contribute to your services, protecting your firm and maintaining professional standards.

HR Managers in Legal Firms: Simplify the onboarding process for new fee earners with a comprehensive, pre-drafted contract template.

Legally Compliant

Drafted by expert solicitors, this contract template ensures compliance with UK employment laws, reducing the risk of disputes and legal challenges.

Customisable

Easily tailor the contract to suit your firm’s specific needs, including unique remuneration structures, working arrangements, and firm policies.

Clarity and Protection

Clearly outline the terms of employment, protecting both your firm and your fee earners by setting clear expectations and obligations.

Time-Saving and Professional

Save time with a professionally drafted template, ensuring that all critical aspects of the employment relationship are covered.

1. Purchase: Buy the Fee Earner Employment Contract as a standalone product or get it as part of the comprehensive HR Pack.
2. Customise: Open the document in your preferred word processor and tailor the content to match your firm’s specific requirements.
3. Implement: Use the contract when hiring new fee earners, ensuring that both parties understand and agree to the terms of employment.

You can purchase the Fee Earner Employment Contract individually for £199.00 or as part of our HR Pack for the Legal Industry—a bundle of essential HR documents at a discounted price.