Advice & Counsel

We provide real-world employment law advice and counsel for businesses of all kinds and in all circumstances. Compliance. Risk Management. Investigations. Planning. Because we also litigate cases, we know how to avoid common pitfalls.

We know that no two cases are ever alike, and respect the unique complexity, sensitivity, and challenge that each case brings. We draw from our experience to deliver seasoned legal advice and compelling representation. We are committed to delivering optimal outcomes for our clients.

• Risk management
• Employment best practices (contracts, NDAs, policies, handbooks, forms, processes)
• Pre-termination counseling
• Severance negotiations
• Leave compliance (pregnancy, disability, FMLA/CFRA, other statutory and personal leaves)
• Workplace investigations
• Executive contracts and compensation
• Audits of payroll and timekeeping practices
• Disability accommodation and compliance
• Worker misclassification (exempt v. nonexempt)
• Independent contractor analysis
• Social media policies
• Presentations and trainings, including AB 1825 Sexual harassment training
• Employee relations