All formsEmployee: Full name, position, and employee ID
Effective Date: The last day of employment
Reason: State the reason clearly — performance, position elimination, misconduct, or at-will termination
Final Pay: Confirm when the employee will receive their final paycheck (check state law for deadlines)
Benefits: Provide COBRA election notice for health insurance continuation
PTO Payout: Address accrued but unused vacation/PTO per company policy and state law
Return of Property: List company property to be returned (laptop, keys, badge, parking pass)
Severance: If applicable, reference the severance agreement
Confidentiality Reminder: Remind of ongoing obligations under any NDA or non-compete
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Employee Termination Letter
Formal notice of employment termination covering last day of work, final pay, benefits continuation (COBRA), and return of company property.
Instructions
Instructions
Note: Document the reasons for termination thoroughly. Consult HR and legal counsel before terminating.