Home Blog How Long Does It Take for a Lawyer to Review a Severance Agreement

How Long Does It Take for a Lawyer to Review a Severance Agreement

This page explains how long it takes for a lawyer to review a severance agreement based on real ContractsCounsel project data.

Jump to Section

Quick Facts — Severance Agreement Lawyers

If you have been laid off and given a severance agreement, it is important to get this document reviewed by a lawyer since they often include terms that have long-term impacts on your rights.

To help you plan, we analyzed real severance agreement review projects completed on the ContractsCounsel platform. Here's what to expect for turnaround time when hiring a lawyer.

Average Turnaround Time

On average, severance agreement review projects are completed in roughly 2 business days on the ContractsCounsel platform.

For basic reviews, where the lawyers simply review the document and provide feedback, turnaround times can be less than 1 day.

If the project involves revisions or negotiations, the process may take up to 3-4 days or longer, depending on complexity and negotiations required.

What Impacts Turnaround Time?

Here are some common factors that impact turnaround times:

  • The length and complexity of the agreement
  • Whether you’re requesting redlining or negotiation support
  • The urgency of your situation
  • Lawyer availability and how quickly both parties respond

Clients who clearly explain their goals and upload the full agreement usually get faster results.

Tips to Speed Up the Process

  • Upload the full severance agreement after hiring a lawyer
  • Share any deadlines with your lawyer
  • Ask for estimated delivery times
  • Ask the lawyer everything they need from you to get started
  • Choose lawyers who specialize in employment or labor law

Real-World Example:

A recent client posted a severance agreement for review with a 72-hour deadline. The project received multiple lawyer proposals within hours. The selected lawyer reviewed the agreement and scheduled a feedback call within 24 hours.

Need Help Reviewing a Severance Agreement?

Post your project on ContractsCounsel to get matched with lawyers experienced in severance agreements who can review your contract quickly — often in 1 to 2 business days.


ContractsCounsel is not a law firm, and this post should not be considered and does not contain legal advice. To ensure the information and advice in this post are correct, sufficient, and appropriate for your situation, please consult a licensed attorney. Also, using or accessing ContractsCounsel's site does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and ContractsCounsel.


Need help with a Severance Agreement?

Create a free project posting
Clients Rate Lawyers 4.9 Stars
based on 24,696 reviews

Meet some of our Lawyers

Agnes M. on ContractsCounsel
View Agnes
5.0 (10)
Member Since:
July 13, 2020

Agnes M.

Managing Attorney
Free Consultation
Florida
16 Yrs Experience
Licensed in FL, NJ, PA
Florida Coastal School of Law

Agnes Mombrun Geter is the Founder and Managing Attorney of Mombrun Law, PLLC. She is an experienced attorney and is a member of the Florida Bar, New Jersey Bar, and the Pennsylvania Bar. The firm's practice focuses on Estate Planning, Business Law, and Debt Settlement including IRS Debt Relief. The firm's goal is to simplify the law and provide clients with the confidence and information necessary to make their decisions. The firm also provides project-based legal services to other attorneys and law firms, along with assisting as personal counsel and local counsel on legal matters.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Ma. Agnes was very kind and thorough. I highly recommend her and would hire her again if needed."

Tim E. on ContractsCounsel
View Tim
4.8 (65)
Member Since:
August 12, 2020

Tim E.

Business Contracts, LLC Agreements & Business Purchases | Ohio Attorney
Free Consultation
Cleveland, OH
12 Yrs Experience
Licensed in OH
Cleveland State University College of Law

I help small businesses, entrepreneurs, and business owners draft, review, and negotiate the agreements behind their operations and transactions. My work includes service agreements and MSAs, LLC operating and shareholder agreements, business purchase documents, commercial leases, independent contractor agreements, and NDAs. My approach is practical: understand what you are trying to accomplish, identify the terms that materially affect the deal, and deliver clear, usable documents without unnecessary complexity. For reviews, I focus on meaningful risks and proposed solutions, with redlines and plain-English explanations. I offer fixed-fee services for defined projects, from a single contract review to a broader business transaction. Each proposal identifies the deliverables, revision scope, and expected turnaround so you know what is included before we begin.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Tim delivered in a prompt manner. He answered all of my concerns."

Anand A. on ContractsCounsel
View Anand
5.0 (39)
Member Since:
July 17, 2022

Anand A.

Counsel
Free Consultation
Philadelphia, PA
12 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NJ, PA
Rutgers University School of Law

Anand is an entrepreneur and attorney with a wide-ranging background. In his legal capacity, Anand has represented parties in (i) commercial finance, (ii) corporate, and (iii) real estate matters throughout the country, including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Arizona, and Georgia. He is well-versed in business formation and management, reviewing and negotiating contracts, advising clients on financing strategy, and various other arenas in which individuals and businesses commonly find themselves. As an entrepreneur, Anand is involved in the hospitality industry and commercial real estate. His approach to the legal practice is to treat clients fairly and provide the highest quality representation possible. Anand received his law degree from Rutgers University School of Law in 2013 and his Bachelor of Business Administration from Pace University, Lubin School of Business in 2007.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Anand was a pleasure to work with! He was very thorough and professional."

Patrick N. on ContractsCounsel
View Patrick
5.0 (4)
Member Since:
January 18, 2023

Patrick N.

Attorney at Law
Free Consultation
Massachusetts
9 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MA
Suffolk University Law School

Before attending law school, I had a prior career in business performance reporting. This experience differentiates me from other attorneys. I can readily read, interpret, and synthesize financial reporting. I also have a passion for legal research and writing.

Shelia H. on ContractsCounsel
View Shelia
5.0 (12)
Member Since:
March 28, 2023

Shelia H.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Durham, NC
24 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NC
UNC- Chapel Hill School of Law

Shelia A. Huggins is a 20-year North Carolina licensed attorney, focusing primarily on business, contracts, arts and entertainment, social media, and internet law. She previously served on the Board of Visitors for the North Carolina Central University School of Business and the Board of Advisors for the Alamance Community College Small Business Center. Ms. Huggins has taught Business and Entertainment Law at North Carolina Central University’s law school and lectured on topics such as business formation, partnerships, independent contractor agreements, social media law, and employment law at workshops across the state. You can learn more about me here: www.sheliahugginslaw.com www.instagram.com/mslegalista www.youtube.com/mslegalista www.facebook.com/sheliahuugginslaw

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"I am very grateful for Ms. Huggins unwavering support through my ordeal. Ms. Huggins' showed a deep understanding of my personal situation and demonstrated empathy throughout the legal process. This helped me a great deal to get through this difficult time. I highly recommend this law firm."

Andrew S. on ContractsCounsel
View Andrew
Member Since:
April 29, 2025

Andrew S.

Founder & Principal
Free Consultation
New Jersey
12 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NJ
Widener University School of Law

Andrew Schneidman is an experienced transactional attorney and founder of Schneidman Law. He handles all things transactional—advising businesses on contracts, corporate matters, and deal execution with speed, clarity, and a business-first mindset. Andrew partners with both early-stage startups and established companies, guiding them through complex transactions and everyday legal challenges. He holds a law degree from Widener University and a BBA in Business Law from the University of Miami. Serving clients nationwide, Andrew is known for being responsive, practical, and easy to work with.

Jennifer W. on ContractsCounsel
View Jennifer
Member Since:
April 29, 2025

Jennifer W.

Real Estate Attorney
Free Consultation
Dallas, TX
21 Yrs Experience
Licensed in TX
Southern Methodist University

I am a seasoned real estate attorney with over 20 years of experience advising clients across all facets of real estate development, leasing, and construction. Known for a practical and solution-oriented approach, I have guided developers, property owners, and investors through complex transactions, contract negotiations, and regulatory challenges with efficiency and clarity. I also worked in house for the largest developer for Target retail centers in North Texas.

Find the best lawyer for your project

Browse Lawyers Now

See Real Severance Agreement Projects

Tennessee Review repurchase agreement of former employer's stock Review
  • Tennessee
  • 3 lawyer bids
  • $600 - $1,000
View Details
California Google Severance Agreement Review Drafting
  • California
  • 2 lawyer bids
  • $400 - $500
View Details
North Carolina Severance Agreement Review Review
  • North Carolina
  • 2 lawyer bids
  • $249 - $400
View Details
Illinois Review a severance agreement that needs to be signed by 7/28/23 Review
  • Illinois
  • 7 lawyer bids
  • $400 - $600
View Details
California Company Restructured - Need Severance Agreement Review Review
  • California
  • 6 lawyer bids
  • $325 - $899
View Details
Illinois Review Severance Agreement and make recommendations for changes Review
  • Illinois
  • 6 lawyer bids
  • $350 - $1,000
View Details

See all Severance Agreement projects

Quick, user friendly and one of the better ways I've come across to get ahold of lawyers willing to take new clients.

View Trustpilot Review

Need help with a Severance Agreement?

Create a free project posting
Clients Rate Lawyers 4.9 Stars
based on 24,696 reviews
CONTRACT LAWYERS BY TOP CITIES
See All Employment Lawyers

Contracts Counsel was incredibly helpful and easy to use. I submitted a project for a lawyer's help within a day I had received over 6 proposals from qualified lawyers. I submitted a bid that works best for my business and we went forward with the project.

View Trustpilot Review

I never knew how difficult it was to obtain representation or a lawyer, and ContractsCounsel was EXACTLY the type of service I was hoping for when I was in a pinch. Working with their service was efficient, effective and made me feel in control. Thank you so much and should I ever need attorney services down the road, I'll certainly be a repeat customer.

View Trustpilot Review

I got 5 bids within 24h of posting my project. I choose the person who provided the most detailed and relevant intro letter, highlighting their experience relevant to my project. I am very satisfied with the outcome and quality of the two agreements that were produced, they actually far exceed my expectations.

View Trustpilot Review

Need help with a Severance Agreement?

Create a free project posting
Clients Rate Lawyers 4.9 Stars
based on 24,696 reviews

Want to speak to someone?

Get in touch below and we will schedule a time to connect!

Request a call

Find lawyers and attorneys by city