Welcome to a new way of viewing employment law.
If you think lawyers make things more complicated and difficult -- be prepared to be surprised. Employment law and best practices, when used correctly, are tools that make the workplace function better. This results in better morale, shared goals, mutual respect and the right employees managed correctly to maximize productivity and satisfaction. The key is partnering with the right attorney -- and asking the right questions.
Shari Kleiner has experience in all aspects of employment relationships - from best practices in hiring, to minimizing risk when terminating an employment relationship; from drafting policies and retirement plans to executive trainings on discrimination law; from defending employers before administrative agencies such as the MCAD, OSHA, DoL or EEOC to litigating discrimination claims in state or federal courts. Shari knows the questions to ask and how to go about handling each situation in the manner that enables her clients to achieve the solutions they need.
It is a mistake to think about consulting an employment lawyer only when terminating an employment relationship or after receiving a threat of legal action. In addition to advising regarding sticky legal issues that arise and drafting policies and documents such as offer letters, employment contracts, termination letters and discipline documents, an employment attorney can help you set up the systems that fit your company and that will allow you to focus on the business of whatever your business is. Asking the right questions and implementing smart solutions before situations turns into emergencies creates the best environment for employers and their employees. Shari Kleiner helps fix problems that have already happened as well -- whether by providing needed legal advice, or settling, defending against or initiating a legal action in the appropriate forum. Having Shari on your team when dealing with your legal employment issues means that she will be there, not only helping you to resolve the problems, but also to put in place the tools and systems you need to avoid the costly repetition of problems, making your office run smoother and more problem-free.