EMPLOYMENT LAW

Similar to the general counsel services I have provided, I also provide employment law services to companies that either lack, or have limited human resources departments.  Particularly with start-ups and emerging companies, obtaining outside employment law support is a tremendous avenue to manage its risk.  Well structured employment policies and compensation packages also serve employees by providing clarity, which is a great benefit to your company. 

EXAMPLES OF PAST SERVICES:

Developing new employee hiring processes, including background check procedures, and structuring offer letters to meet at-will employment requirements and clearly establish  employment terms;

Drafting employee handbooks and developing company policies;

Development of employee separation procedures, including current COBRA requirements, filing for unemployment benefits, providing severance packages and releases, providing payment of final wages and reimbursable expenses, and conducting exit interviews;

Retaining independent contractors and complying with Massachusetts workers compensation laws affecting independent contractors;

Structuring transactions to secure drug and alcohol screening services from vendors;

Implementing procedures to comply with privacy laws affecting employees; 

Advising on notice requirements for federal and Massachusetts employment laws; and

Managing stock option programs.