Marcus Reeves, Esq.
Executive Separation & Severance Counsel
Marcus Reeves is an employment attorney who focuses on executive separation and severance documentation. His document work centers on separation agreements, severance schedules, and the release and waiver language that typically accompanies an executive's departure from a company.
He gives particular attention to how separation agreements handle continuing obligations such as confidentiality, non-disparagement, and any restrictive covenants that survive the end of employment. He notes that release language and covenant terms are governed by state and federal law, so enforceability varies and each agreement should be drafted for the specific departure rather than copied from a template.
Education
- J.D., Vanderbilt University Law School
- B.A., Morehouse College
Bar Admissions
- Georgia State Bar
- Tennessee State Bar
Areas of Focus
Separation Agreements
Executive and employee separation agreements, including structure and key terms.
Severance Terms
Severance pay schedules, benefits continuation references, and consideration language.
Releases & Waivers
General release and waiver of claims language reviewed for scope and clarity.
Post-Employment Obligations
Confidentiality, non-disparagement, and surviving restrictive covenant provisions.
Transition Documents
Consulting and transition agreements that follow an executive's departure.
What Marcus reviews at Legal Tank
Marcus reviews separation and severance agreements at Legal Tank to confirm the release, severance, and surviving obligation language is clear and drafted with applicable state and federal law in mind.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is usually included in a separation agreement?
A separation agreement often addresses severance pay, a release of claims, confidentiality, non-disparagement, and any continuing restrictive covenants. The specific terms depend on the situation and applicable law, and enforceability of release and covenant language varies by state.
Are severance releases always enforceable?
No. Release and waiver language is governed by state and federal requirements, and certain claims may have specific rules for a valid waiver. A release should be drafted to fit the circumstances, and even a careful draft is not guaranteed to be enforced in every respect.
Does Marcus appear in court for Legal Tank clients?
No. Marcus reviews and helps draft the document package. Legal Tank does not appear in court or provide legal representation.
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