Law Firm Board Resolution to Terminate an Employee
Date: [Date]
Resolution Number: [Resolution Number]
Introduction: This Board Resolution is enacted by the Board of Directors of [Your Company Name] to formally address and record the decision regarding the termination of an employee. It is made in consideration of the factors outlined below and adheres to the necessary legal and regulatory standards.
Whereas, the individual in question, [Employee's Full Name], has been employed by [Your Company Name] and has held the position of [Employee's Position Title] since [Start Date of Employment]; and
Whereas, despite repeated efforts and interventions aimed at supporting [Employee's Full Name] in meeting the performance standards expected by [Your Company Name], including verbal and written warnings, performance improvement plans, and coaching sessions, [he/she/they] has failed to demonstrate sustained improvement in [his/her/their] performance, which has resulted in [his/her/their] continued failure to meet the requirements of [his/her/their] role; and
Whereas, the Board of Directors has carefully reviewed [Employee's Full Name]'s employment history, performance evaluations, and all relevant documentation related to [his/her/their] performance, and has determined that [his/her/their] continued employment with [Your Company Name] is no longer feasible or in the best interests of the firm;
Resolved, that the Board of Directors hereby decides to terminate the employment of [Employee's Full Name] effective [Effective Termination Date]; and
Resolved, that the Human Resources Department is instructed to handle all procedures related to the termination, including but not limited to, the final paycheck dispersal, recovery of company properties, and the provision of necessary employment termination documentation by [Documentation Deadline Date]; and
Resolved, that all records of this decision, including meeting minutes, performance evaluations, and termination documentation, shall be maintained in accordance with standard company practices and applicable legal requirements, and shall be kept confidential to the extent permitted by law.
Resolved, that the CEO or designated representative shall communicate the decision to terminate [Employee's Full Name]'s employment to [him/her/them] in a professional and respectful manner, providing [him/her/them] with the necessary information and support during this transition period;
Resolved, that the CEO or designated representative shall ensure that appropriate measures are taken to minimize disruption to [Your Company Name]'s operations and to support the morale and well-being of [Employee's Full Name]'s colleagues during this time of transition;
Resolved, that the CEO or designated representative shall provide regular updates to the Board of Directors on the implementation of this resolution and any associated actions or developments;
Resolved, that the CEO or designated representative shall ensure compliance with all relevant employment laws and regulations, including but not limited to, requirements related to notice periods, severance pay, and the provision of employee benefits;
This resolution is passed by the Board of Directors of [Your Company Name] on the date [Date], and is effective immediately as specified herein.
Name:
Title: Board Secretary
Company: [Your Company Name]
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