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Job offer review in plain English

Offer letters look short and friendly, but they often incorporate other agreements by reference. ShieldMyDoc shows you what you're actually accepting.

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What we look for in this document

  • Base pay, bonus conditions, and equity terms
  • Signing bonus clawbacks
  • At-will employment language
  • Documents the offer incorporates by reference
  • Contingencies like background checks
  • Relocation repayment terms

How it works

  1. 1

    Upload

    Upload your PDF.

  2. 2

    We review it

    ShieldMyDoc identifies important terms and potential concerns.

  3. 3

    Understand it

    Get explanations in plain English.

  4. 4

    Decide what to do next

    Use the information to decide what you want to clarify or discuss with a licensed attorney.

What the review looks like

Attention levels tell you how closely to read a term.

  • HIGH ATTENTIONWorth reading closely and asking about.
  • REVIEW CAREFULLYCommon, but the details matter.
  • NO MAJOR CONCERN IDENTIFIEDNothing unusual identified.
See a full example report (5 items)

Questions people often ask about this document

  • Is the bonus guaranteed or discretionary?
  • Do I repay the signing bonus if I leave early?
  • Which other agreements am I agreeing to?
  • What happens if my start date moves?
ShieldMyDoc is an informational tool, not a law firm. It does not provide legal advice, represent you, or determine whether an agreement is enforceable. Think of it as your first look — not your final legal decision.

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