Our employee relations and compliance team advise clients on a range of human resources and legal issues. Our services are set out below.
Compliance Audit
Our compliance audit is a comprehensive and structured legal review designed to identify and mitigate potential risks in your workplace. This process ensures that your company’s human resources policies and practices are fully compliant with both state and federal labor and employment laws, reducing exposure to costly claims and litigation. By examining critical areas such as wage and hour compliance, anti-discrimination measures, and workplace safety, we help you address any legal vulnerabilities. As experienced employment law attorneys and human capital business advisors, we assist in developing best practices to not only resolve current issues but also build a legally sound foundation for your company’s future.
On-Site Human Capital Business Advisory Service
With an on-site Human Capital Business Advisor, your company benefits from both the expertise of an experienced human resources professional and the strategic guidance of our employment law attorneys. While onsite, our human resources professional collaborates closely with management to develop, implement, and refine your human resources programs. Together, we ensure your company’s compliance with ever-changing labor laws and regulations, while optimizing policies, procedures, recruitment strategies, employee training, and performance management. We provide flexible service options, whether you need interim support, project-based assistance, or ongoing human resource management, all tailored to meet your specific business needs.
Policies & Procedures
It is essential for employers to implement a comprehensive set of policies and procedures to guide the conduct of employees and supervisors while minimizing legal risks. Our Human Capital Business Advisors work closely with our employment law attorneys to help management develop policies and procedures that not only ensure compliance with employment laws but also promote consistency in handling employee matters. This collaborative approach helps protect your organization from potential liabilities, ensures fair treatment of employees, and supports the efficient operation of your business.
I-9 Audits
We offer a robust compliance solution for companies navigating complex immigration regulations. Our Human Capital Business Advisors in tandem with our employment law attorneys, leverage its extensive expertise to assist employers in ensuring proper Form I-9 completion and thorough document review. This proactive approach helps mitigate potential liability during an ICE I-9 audit and safeguards your company from costly penalties while ensuring full compliance with immigration laws.
Job Descriptions
Job descriptions are a critical legal and operational tool for every organization. Our Human Capital Business Advisors together with our employment law attorneys collaborate to create or revise comprehensive, legally compliant job descriptions. These descriptions ensure that employment classifications align with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and accurately outline the essential functions of each role in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Beyond legal compliance, well-crafted job descriptions enhance your recruitment efforts by clearly defining the qualifications and responsibilities necessary for success in each position.
FMLA Administration & State Paid Family Leave Administration
We offer comprehensive leave administration services, ensuring that your company’s tracking of employee leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and State Paid Family Leave is both compliant and efficient. Our clients can have peace of mind knowing their leave administration is handled correctly, freeing up your HR department to focus on more strategic initiatives. This outsourced solution provides both legal compliance and cost-effective management of a time-intensive task.
Workplace Investigations
Accusations of harassment or discrimination in the workplace demand prompt and thorough responses to protect your organization from significant legal and financial risks. Left unaddressed, these complaints can lead to workplace disruptions, government investigations, substantial fines, and costly litigation. Our Human Capital Business Advisors together with our employment law attorneys work closely to conduct impartial and comprehensive investigations into such allegations. As a neutral third party, we provide an in-depth report detailing our findings, helping you make informed decisions that safeguard both your employees and your business while ensuring compliance with employment laws.
Performance Management
Providing employees with constructive feedback is essential for their understanding of how their performance aligns with management’s expectations. Our Human Capital Business Advisors will design a customized performance appraisal process tailored to your business’s unique needs. This process can include evaluating and assessing current staff performance, setting individual goals and objectives, developing performance improvement plans, and training management on how to set clear performance standards. We also guide management in delivering timely and appropriate feedback, ensuring both legal compliance and the promotion of a productive work environment.
Disciplinary Action & Termination Of Employment
Our team of Human Capital Business Advisors and our employment law attorneys have extensive experience in guiding employers through the complexities of disciplinary actions and terminations. We help minimize the risk of potential legal challenges by providing comprehensive support, which includes investigating and advising on termination decisions and other disciplinary measures. We also offer training for supervisors on proper termination procedures and conducting effective exit interviews. Proper documentation is critical, serving as your strongest defense in unemployment hearings and against claims brought by regulatory agencies, ensuring you are well-protected throughout the process.
Employer/Employee Relations Solutions
Employee relations are a critical factor in driving motivation, morale, and overall productivity, directly impacting both employee performance and your company’s bottom line. Our Human Capital Business Advisors alongside our employment law attorneys work to ensure that your organization fosters clear, concise communication and effective policies. By promoting positive employee perception and a unified approach to organizational goals, we help you create a work environment that enhances employee engagement and optimizes business outcomes while maintaining compliance with labor and employment laws.
Sexual Harassment Prevention & Employee/Manager Communication
As employment law attorneys and Human Capital Business Advisors, we understand the significant challenges companies face in hiring, training, and developing supervisors and managers to effectively meet their roles’ demands and being aware of the legal standards in today’s workplace environment. While standardized processes may work for business operations, we know that “one size fits all” does not apply to people management. Our team provides a comprehensive, tailored experience for employees, supervisors and managers. By focusing on leadership development and legal compliance, we help your team navigate the complexities of managing people while achieving organizational goals.
Affirmative Action Plans
Our Human Capital Business Advisors provide expert assistance to federal contractors and subcontractors throughout the United States with respect to Affirmative Action Plans. Our practical step-by step approach to affirmative action planning assists companies in clarifying what can be a very complicated process. We will work with you to ensure that you are compliant with all Office of Federal Contract Compliance (OFCCP) regulations which represents your company’s commitment to equal opportunity in the workplace. We tailor these services to meet each company’s specific needs. We can develop a new Affirmative Action Plan, review an existing plan for compliance, assist with record-keeping throughout the year, support you during an audit, and train managers to ensure ongoing compliance.
