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Executive Employment Agreement
An Executive Employment Agreement sets forth compensation, duties, and protections for senior executives. This playbook highlights negotiation around severance, equity awards, and restrictive covenants.
Payment and Compensation
Negotiation strategy
Ensure that compensation terms are clear and align with market standards. Regularly review and adjust payment schedules to maintain competitiveness.
Negotiate for transparent invoicing and reimbursement processes. Advocate for timely payments and fair compensation adjustments.
Essential elements
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Salary and Fees
Defines base salary and fees.
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Invoicing Procedures
Details invoice submission process.
3
Reimbursement of Expenses
Outlines expense reimbursement terms.
Action framework
ACCEPT
Propose edits if payment terms are unclear or outdated.
EDIT
Reject clauses that do not align with standard market practices.
ADD
Add clauses for market rate adjustments if missing.
PRO TIP
Regularly review compensation terms to ensure they remain competitive and fair.
Real-world examples
FAVORABLE
Clear Compensation Terms
"The Employee shall receive an annual base salary of [amount], payable in accordance with the Company's standard payroll practices."
NEUTRAL
Standard Invoicing Clause
"The Contractor shall submit invoices to the Company on a monthly basis, detailing the services provided."
UNFAVORABLE
Ambiguous Payment Schedule
"Payments will be made as agreed upon, without specifying a clear schedule."
Alternative scenarios & positions
High-Risk Projects
In high-risk projects, ensure payment terms include contingencies for project delays or additional costs.
International Contracts
Consider currency fluctuations and international banking fees when setting payment terms.
Start-Up Environments
In start-ups, flexible payment terms may be necessary to accommodate cash flow variability.
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WEEK 1
CLM Readiness and Design
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WEEK 2
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WEEK 3
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Your team builds initial playbooks, reviews existing clause libraries, and trains the DocJuris agent to align with your internal standards and negotiation positions.
WEEK 4
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