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Check Out This Sample Employee Termination Letter If You’re Letting Someone Go

Keep communication lines open, even at the end of an employment tenure. Take a look at our sample employee termination letter for guidance.

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Mar 13, 20241 minute
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Justworks is a technology company that levels the playing field for all small businesses. Through our software and as a partner, we help our customers take care of their teams, streamline their operations, and navigate the complex aspects of managing a workforce with confidence.

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It’s a moment business leaders dread — terminating an employee can be a complicated and emotional process for both parties involved.

The way you terminate an employee sets precedent for the rest of the company — it indicates to your remaining employees your level of tact, compassion, and professionalism.

That’s why setting the right tone when terminating an employee is important for company morale. How can you do this? Practicing what you’ll say and doing so in a private space are just one of many ways to keep the termination process smooth.

Employee Termination Letter Template

Handing the employee a termination letter after discussing their termination with them goes a long way toward being direct and clear about your decision. To help you with the process, we’ve created a termination letter template that you can download and customize.

Want to edit this in Word? Download the letter template here.

sample employee termination letter

Please note that this sample termination letter assumes no severance is being paid. If severance is being paid, you should consider using a separate agreement.

Termination and Employment Laws

Be sure to determine what is required to be paid under company policies and applicable law, keeping in mind that employment laws vary from state to state. It’s best to consult with counsel to ensure compliance with applicable laws.

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Employee Termination Letter Template

We know it’s never easy to let an employee go. Make this difficult process a little easier by using this simple template to draft a termination letter quickly.

Download the Template

Termination of employment is never easy. But being prepared with tools like a termination letter can at least make it a little simpler.

For additional insights on how to handle thorny topics, download our free eBook for business leaders.

This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, legal or tax advice. If you have any legal or tax questions regarding this content or related issues, then you should consult with your professional legal or tax advisor.
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Mar 13, 20241 minute

Justworks is a technology company that levels the playing field for all small businesses. Through our software and as a partner, we help our customers take care of their teams, streamline their operations, and navigate the complex aspects of managing a workforce with confidence.

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