1. Confidentiality: Include when parties wish to keep the terms of the release and/or the underlying dispute confidential

2. Non-Disparagement: Include when parties agree not to make negative statements about each other

3. Return of Property: Include when there is physical or intellectual property to be returned between parties

4. Future Cooperation: Include when parties need to specify any ongoing obligations or cooperation requirements

5. Insurance Claims: Include when there are insurance implications that need to be addressed

6. Tax Implications: Include when the release involves payments that may have tax consequences

7. Severability: Include when parties want to ensure remainder of agreement stands if any provision is found invalid

8. Entire Agreement: Include when parties want to confirm this document supersedes all previous agreements

1. Schedule A - Released Claims: Detailed list of specific claims, causes of action, or rights being released

2. Schedule B - Payment Terms: If applicable, detailed breakdown of any payments or financial considerations

3. Schedule C - Property List: If applicable, inventory of any property to be returned or transferred

4. Appendix 1 - Related Proceedings: List of any legal proceedings or potential claims covered by the release

5. Appendix 2 - Required Notices: Any formal notices or acknowledgments required by law