Most business owners agree that the most valuable asset of their business is their people.
Employees and independent contractors provide valuable services that help an organization grow to meet its goals and objectives.
Employment Agreements
An important first step in cementing an organization’s relationship with its personnel is entering into a written agreement which sets the expectations for all parties to avoid misunderstandings and later disputes.
Employment agreements or, where appropriate, independent contractor agreements should detail the rights and responsibilities of the business and the service provider, including both the basic financial terms of the working relationship as well as any obligations and duties both while that relationship is ongoing and after the relationship ends.
Our attorneys represent both business owners and employees in negotiating employment agreements and other personal services agreements, addressing the needs of our clients and protecting against risk and ambiguity wherever practicable.
Employment Compliance
As businesses grow, business owners also need to ensure that they remain compliant with the ever-changing array of applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
Many business owners are surprised when they learn that their latest hire has triggered a new or enhanced legal requirement, whether it is an obligation to provide health insurance benefits, increased paid or unpaid employee leave benefits, or new licensure or tax withholding requirements in another jurisdiction.
Introducing and distributing an effective employee manual, and timely implementing written company policies, is the first line of defense for most businesses to reduce risk and set firm-wide expectations.
Our attorneys can assist in reviewing your business’ existing employment practices as well as your future growth strategy to plan for complexities and mitigate the risk of common pitfalls.
