# Grievance Agreement Contract
**THIS AGREEMENT** is made and entered into this ___ day of __________, 20___, by and between:
**[Party A Name]**
[Party A Address]
[City, State, Zip Code]
(Hereinafter referred to as "Grievant")
AND
**[Party B Name]**
[Party B Address]
[City, State, Zip Code]
(Hereinafter referred to as "Respondent")
## RECITALS
WHEREAS, the Grievant has expressed grievances against the Respondent regarding [briefly describe the nature of the grievance];
WHEREAS, both parties desire to resolve the issues amicably and without further legal dispute;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and promises contained herein, the parties agree as follows:
## 1. DEFINITIONS
1.1 **Grievance**: Any claim or complaint that has arisen between the parties pertaining to [specify the subject of the grievance, e.g., employment, contract violation, etc.].
1.2 **Resolution**: The agreed-upon remedy or solution to the grievance as set out in Section 4 of this Agreement.
## 2. NOTICE OF GRIEVANCE
The Grievant shall provide written notice of the grievance to the Respondent within [number] days from the date the grievance arose, detailing the nature of the grievance and any relevant facts.
## 3. MEET AND CONFER
3.1 Upon receipt of the grievance notice, the parties shall meet within [number] days to discuss the grievance in good faith and seek a mutually acceptable resolution.
3.2 Both parties shall have the right to have a representative present at this meeting.
## 4. RESOLUTION
4.1 If the parties reach a solution during the meet and confer process, such resolution shall be documented in writing and signed by both parties.
4.2 If no resolution is reached within [number] days following the meet and confer, the Grievant has the option to [specify next steps, e.g., mediation, arbitration, legal action, etc.].
## 5. RELEASE OF CLAIMS
In consideration of the Resolution as set forth in this Agreement, the Grievant hereby releases and discharges the Respondent from any and all claims, liabilities, and causes of action related to the grievance.
## 6. CONFIDENTIALITY
Both parties agree to keep the terms of this Agreement confidential and shall not disclose any information regarding the grievance or the terms of resolution to any third party without the prior written consent of the other party, unless required by law.
## 7. GOVERNING LAW
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [State].
## 8. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties with respect to the subject matter and supersedes all prior discussions, agreements, or understandings, whether written or oral.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Grievance Agreement Contract as of the day and year first above written.
**Grievant:**
_____________________________
[Party A Name]
Date: _______________________
**Respondent:**
_____________________________
[Party B Name]
Date: _______________________
---
**Note:** This document may need to be tailored to fit specific legal requirements or personal needs. It is recommended to consult with a legal professional before finalizing any contract agreements.