Employment Law Services: Navigating the Modern Workplace

At DearsonLevi, we provide comprehensive employment law services tailored to the evolving needs of businesses and employees in today's dynamic work environment. Our expertise spans the full spectrum of employment matters, from hiring to separation and everything in between.

For Employers:

1. Hiring and Onboarding

• Drafting offer letters and employment contracts

• Developing compliant job descriptions and classifications

• Ensuring I-9 compliance and proper work authorization verification

• Advising on independent contractor agreements and classifications
   

2. Workplace Policies and Compliance

• Creating and updating employee handbooks

• Developing anti-discrimination and anti-harassment policies

• Implementing compliant leave policies (FMLA, PTO, sick leave)

• Advising on wage and hour law compliance, including overtime regulations

3. Worker Classification

•  Guidance on proper classification of employees vs. independent contractors

• Addressing misclassification issues and potential liabilities

•  Structuring compliant independent contractor relationships

4. Compensation and Benefits

•  Ensuring compliance with minimum wage and overtime laws

• Advising on exempt vs. non-exempt employee classifications

•  Structuring executive compensation packages

5. Performance Management and Discipline

•  Developing performance evaluation processes

• Advising on disciplinary procedures and documentation

• Crafting performance improvement plans

6. Workplace Investigations

• Conducting internal investigations on workplace issues

• Advising on harassment and discrimination claims

• Developing reporting mechanisms for workplace concerns

7. Terminations and Separations

• Drafting termination letters and separation agreements

• Negotiating severance packages

• Advising on layoffs and reductions in force

8. Restrictive Covenants and Intellectual Property Protection

• Drafting and enforcing non-compete, non-solicitation, and non-disclosure agreements

• Protecting trade secrets and confidential information

• Advising on unfair competition and employee raiding issues

9. Compliance and Training

• Conducting workplace training (e.g., anti-harassment, diversity, wage and hour compliance)

• Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws

For Employees:

1. Contract Review and Negotiation

• Analyzing and negotiating employment and independent contractor agreements

• Reviewing severance packages and separation agreements

• Advising on restrictive covenants and their enforceability

2. Wage and Hour Issues

• Addressing unpaid overtime and minimum wage violations

• Advising on misclassification issues (employee vs. independent contractor)

• Negotiating unpaid wage settlements

3. Severance Negotiations

• Reviewing and negotiating separation agreements

• Advising on non-disparagement and non-disclosure provisions

• Negotiating enhanced severance packages

4. Non-Immigrant Worker Protections

• Ensuring employer compliance with visa-specific employment regulations

• Advising on maintaining lawful immigration status during employment

• Guiding non-immigrant workers through job transitions and their impact on visa status

• Addressing visa violations or unlawful terminations related to immigration status

• Assisting with employment verification and I-9 compliance issues

• Advising on rights and obligations under H-1B, L-1, and other work visa categories

• Navigating the complexities of employment-based green card processes

Our Approach:

At DearsonLevi, we combine legal expertise with practical business acumen. We understand the complexities of modern employment relationships, including remote work arrangements, gig economy considerations, and rapidly evolving employment laws. Our attorneys stay current with the latest legal developments to provide proactive, strategic advice that helps our clients navigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.Whether you are an HR manager implementing best practices, an executive steering through complex employment issues, or an employee safeguarding your rights, DearsonLevi is your trusted partner in employment law matters. We are committed to fostering fair, compliant, and productive workplaces in today's challenging business environment.