HR Legal Services | Business & Employment Lawyer in Baltimore & DC
For HR Professionals
Behind every strong business is a smart HR strategy.
We counsel management teams and HR leaders on:
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Hiring and onboarding practices
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Offer letters, employment contracts, and independent-contractor arrangements
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Policy and handbook development
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Performance management, discipline, and separations
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Internal investigations and workplace-culture reviews
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Manager and supervisor training
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Leave management and accommodation compliance — guiding HR through FMLA, ADA, and state leave requirements, including Maryland FAMLI.
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Workplace policy updates and regulatory monitoring — ensuring handbooks, postings, and internal communications stay compliant as employment laws evolve.
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Employee relations and conflict resolution — helping HR navigate sensitive workplace issues with clarity and confidence.
We help you make people decisions that are legally sound, ethically grounded, and operationally efficient—turning HR compliance into leadership strength.
For In-House Counsel
We know internal counsel already manage heavy loads. We support your existing team by offering overflow capacity and subject-matter expertise in employment law, risk management, and litigation avoidance.
Our attorneys assist with:
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Policy implementation and legal-audit preparation
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Contract drafting and review for employment, non-compete, and separation agreements
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Early dispute-resolution and mediation strategy
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Representation before EEOC, DOL, MSPB, and state agencies
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Crisis-response planning and communications when allegations arise
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Board and executive advisory—counsel on governance, executive compensation, ethics investigations, and leadership transitions
Our approach is collaborative—we safeguard privilege, streamline communication, and provide practical, business-driven solutions that align with your internal objectives and culture.
For Business Owners and Leadership Teams
We help owners and leaders align strategy, structure, and compliance by providing:
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Entity formation and corporate governance—choosing the right structure and maintaining it as your business evolves
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Contract negotiation and vendor relationships—ensuring every agreement protects your interests while preserving long-term partnerships
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Employment and compensation planning—from executive contracts and incentive structures to confidentiality and restrictive covenants
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Succession and transition planning—preparing for leadership changes, ownership transfers, and family-business continuity
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Mergers, acquisitions, and growth transactions—due diligence, integration strategy, and post-deal workforce alignment
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Crisis management and reputation protection—rapid response when sensitive issues threaten operations or public trust
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Strategic decision support and risk analysis—advising leadership on critical business choices, from workforce changes to market expansion, with clear legal and operational insight
We act as your strategic legal partner—helping you lead with confidence, grow with purpose, and protect the business you’ve built.