Practice Areas

Employment counsel for California employers, plus severance and executive counseling for individuals.

For Employers

Workplace Advice & Counsel

Practical, day-to-day employment advice for California employers on employee relations, discipline, performance management, workplace policies, compliance, and other employment matters.

Workplace Investigations

Conducting sensitive investigations into complaints of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, misconduct, and other workplace concerns.

Employment Policies & Handbooks

Drafting, reviewing, and updating employee handbooks, workplace policies, employment agreements, and other documents to comply with California law and support effective workplace practices.

Hiring, Discipline & Terminations

Strategic advice on hiring decisions, employee discipline, performance management, reductions in force, restructurings, and terminations to minimize legal risk.

Reductions in Force (RIFs) & Restructuring

Strategic planning and support for reductions in force and restructurings, including selection processes, severance packages, and compliant communications.

Wage & Hour Compliance

Advice on California wage and hour laws, employee classifications, meal and rest periods, overtime, exempt status, and pay practices.

Employment Agreements

Preparation and review of employment agreements, executive employment agreements, severance agreements, consulting agreements, and confidentiality agreements.

Management & HR Training

Customized training for managers and Human Resources professionals on California employment law, workplace investigations, documentation, harassment prevention, disability accommodations, and other employment topics.

For Employees

Severance Agreement Reviews

Helping employees understand severance agreements, identify key provisions, evaluate potential concerns, and prepare for negotiations before signing.

Executive Employment Counseling

Confidential counseling for executives on employment agreements, compensation terms, transitions, and separation packages.