By: Jim Wagstaffe and The Wagstaffe Group This article discusses how to negotiate and finalize a settlement in a federal case and covers topics such as pre-suit settlements, settling after a complaint is filed and after entry of judgment, releases and...

Settlement Negotiations Make preparation for a settlement from the start of the case. You should generally do all of the following: ✔ Retain relevant documents. To avoid the loss of documents potentially relevant to settlement agreement negotiations...

This checklist explains how to review a settlement agreement and covers topics such as preparatory steps, communicating with adversaries, settlement terms, ambiguity, confidentiality, relevant parties, breach provisions, releases, and final approval....

This form is a settlement agreement and release that may be used in a federal district court case. It contains drafting notes and optional clauses When drafting or reviewing the agreement, try to address all the issues about the settlement terms and...