Termination Letter (US, At-Will) Template
At-will and for-cause termination letters with state-specific final pay notes.
US termination letter — at-will and for-cause versions, state-specific final pay timing, COBRA references. $49.
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What's in the termination letter (us, at-will) template.
- 01At-will termination letter (no stated reason)
- 02For-cause termination letter (with documentation reference)
- 03Final pay timing per state (CA: same day, NY: next regular payday, etc.)
- 04COBRA continuation notice timing
- 05Return of property instructions
- 06Separation agreement reference (if applicable)
- 07Editorial notes on what to say and not say in the conversation
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Questions about the termination letter (us, at-will) template.
Need to state a reason?
In US at-will states (49 of 50), no. The simpler the better. Stating a reason creates obligations to defend it.
Final pay timing?
Varies dramatically by state. CA requires same-day; NY allows next regular payday; most states fall between. Template includes per-state guidance.
COBRA notice?
Federal law requires within 14 days of qualifying event. Template references the timing without including the COBRA notice itself (which has its own form).
Termination Letter (US, At-Will), $49.
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