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Employment Legal Forms
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Attorney-drafted employment agreements, contractor forms, NDAs, non-competes, and HR documents. Download instantly in Word or PDF format.

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Employment & HR Documents

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Discipline, termination, remote work, payroll, and workplace compliance documents.

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“I’m hiring a new employee”

Put duties, pay, benefits, and termination terms in writing before day one.

  • A written agreement prevents misunderstandings later
  • Documents job duties, compensation, and benefits
  • Verify applicant history with a signed release
  • Critical for employees who handle confidential information

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Employment Agreement Application for Employment Applicant Information Release

“I’m engaging a contractor or freelancer”

Use the right agreement — misclassification risks IRS penalties and back taxes.

  • Contractors control how the work is done and handle their own taxes
  • A written agreement documents the independent relationship
  • Commission agreements set clear sales compensation terms
  • State-specific versions for commission arrangements

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Independent Contractor Agreement Contractor Agreement Commission Agreement 50 States

“I need to protect trade secrets”

Confidentiality and non-compete forms protect customer lists, pricing, and know-how.

  • Define exactly what information is confidential
  • Cover obligations during and after employment
  • Invention assignment keeps employee creations with the company
  • Non-compete enforceability varies by state — reasonable scope matters

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Employment Confidentiality Agreement 50 States Employee Non-Compete Employee NDA

“I need to discipline or terminate”

Document performance issues and separations professionally and consistently.

  • Written warnings create a paper trail before termination
  • A dismissal notice documents the last day, pay, and benefits
  • Separation agreements exchange severance for a release of claims
  • Consider legal review for high-risk terminations

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Warning Notice Separation Agreement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Employment & HR Forms

An employment agreement is a written contract between an employer and employee that defines job duties, compensation, benefits, and termination terms. It prevents misunderstandings by clearly documenting each party's rights and obligations. Small businesses typically use employment agreements when hiring full-time employees, managers, or workers who will handle confidential information.
An employee works under the employer's control, receives a W-2, and has taxes withheld. An independent contractor runs their own business, controls how work is done, and handles their own taxes (1099). Misclassifying workers can lead to IRS penalties and back taxes, making the correct agreement critical for your business.
Non-compete enforceability varies significantly by state. Some states like California largely prohibit them, while others enforce reasonable restrictions on time, geography, and scope. For a non-compete to be enforceable, it typically must protect legitimate business interests without being overly restrictive to the employee's livelihood. Consult local counsel for specific guidance.
An employment confidentiality agreement should define what information is confidential (trade secrets, customer lists, pricing), the employee's obligations during and after employment, exceptions for public information, and consequences of breach. Comprehensive agreements also cover invention assignment and return of company materials upon termination.
Use a termination letter when simply notifying an employee their job is ending—it documents the last day, final pay, and benefits status. Use a separation agreement when offering severance or benefits in exchange for a release of legal claims. Separation agreements should be carefully drafted and may require legal review.
A direct deposit authorization form gives an employer written permission to deposit wages directly into an employee's bank account. It captures the bank name, routing number, account number, and may allow split deposits. Most states require written employee consent before making electronic wage payments.