Reductions in Force
A reduction in force combines workforce planning, legal analysis and decisions with a direct human impact. I advise companies on layoffs and restructurings from planning through implementation.
Planning and risk assessment
My work includes selection criteria, disparate-impact review and analysis of potentially applicable notice obligations, including WARN Act considerations. The review is tailored to the proposed workforce changes and the jurisdictions involved.
Agreements and communications
I advise on separation agreements and the messaging around a restructuring. Legal and communications planning need to support a coherent implementation process and respectful treatment of departing employees.
Start before decisions are final
Early advice creates room to evaluate the proposed structure, timing and risks. In the initial conversation, we can discuss the workforce footprint, the reason for the change, the proposed schedule and the support the leadership team needs.
Based in New York. Matters involving other jurisdictions are coordinated with local counsel where needed.
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