Free Basic Settlement Template
BASIC SETTLEMENT
I. Introduction
This settlement agreement ("Agreement") is entered into on [Date] by and between [Your Name], represented by [Plaintiff's Legal Representative] and [Defendant], represented by [Defendant's Legal Representative], collectively referred to as the "Parties".
II. Recitals
A. [SETTLEMENT DETAILS/OBJECTIVES]
B. The Parties have been engaged in [Nature of Dispute or Conflict] related to [Brief Description of Dispute] (the "Dispute").
C. The Parties desire to resolve the Dispute and avoid further litigation by entering into this Agreement.
III. Settlement Terms
A. Release and Dismissal: Upon execution of this Agreement, the Parties agree to release and discharge each other from any and all claims, demands, actions, causes of action, suits, liabilities, and obligations of any nature whatsoever arising out of or related to the Dispute.
B. Payment: [Plaintiff/Defendant] agrees to pay [Amount] to [Plaintiff/Defendant] within [Number] days of the execution of this Agreement.
C. Confidentiality: The Parties agree to keep the terms and existence of this Agreement confidential, except as may be required by law.
D. Mutual Non-Disparagement: The Parties agree not to make any negative or disparaging statements about each other, either orally or in writing.
IV. Miscellaneous Provisions
A. Integration Clause: This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the Parties and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether oral or written.
B. Amendment: Any amendment to this Agreement must be in writing and signed by both Parties.
C. Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction].
D. Counterparts: This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.
V. Execution
This Agreement may be executed in multiple counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument. The Parties hereby agree to the terms and conditions set forth above and acknowledge their understanding and acceptance of this Agreement by signing below.
[Plaintiff's Legal Representative]
[Date]
[Defendant's Legal Representative]
[Date]
