1. Confidentiality: Required when parties wish to keep the terms of settlement and release confidential

2. Payment Terms: Needed when the release involves specific payment obligations or installments

3. Tax Implications: Include when release involves significant payments with tax consequences

4. Return of Property: Required when parties need to return documents, materials, or property

5. Non-Competition/Non-Solicitation: Include when parties wish to restrict future business activities

6. Severability: Optional clause to preserve remainder of agreement if any provision is found invalid

7. Amendment: Specific requirements for modifying the agreement, if needed

8. Dispute Resolution: Include specific arbitration or mediation procedures if desired

1. Schedule A - Released Claims: Detailed list of specific claims, disputes, or matters being released

2. Schedule B - Payment Details: If applicable, breakdown of any settlement payments or financial terms

3. Schedule C - Excluded Claims: List of any claims specifically excluded from the release

4. Schedule D - Related Parties: List of affiliated entities or individuals covered by the release

5. Appendix 1 - Form of Release: Standard form of release documentation if required by local authorities

6. Appendix 2 - Supporting Documents: Any relevant background documents or agreements being referenced